Healthgrades Launches First Annual Health Empowerment Day to Put Patients in Control of Their Care

Healthgrades is proud to empower patients to take charge of their health

DENVER, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital, today introduced the first annual 'Health Empowerment Day,' to be observed this year on Sept. 9 and celebrated annually on the second Tuesday of September. This awareness day aims to inspire individuals, particularly those living with chronic conditions, to feel more confident, informed, and in control of their healthcare journey.

"Nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults feel managing healthcare is overwhelming and time consuming,* highlighting a clear need for resources and initiatives that help patients feel supported," said Lindsey Viscomi, VP, brand and marketing at Healthgrades. "Health Empowerment Day is an important step toward changing that. We want to encourage people to take charge of their health, whether that means scheduling the appointment they've been putting off or feeling more confident in the decisions they make about their care."

As the leader in helping Americans find the highest-quality care, Healthgrades understands that choosing the right doctor can mean much more than just a better experience at an annual appointment. The right care team can significantly impact health outcomes when it matters most. In fact, according to Healthgrades' Physician Choice Survey, 61% say finding the right specialist for their condition improved their quality of life.** Especially for those managing treatment for a chronic condition, it is vital to feel heard and have your concerns taken seriously every step of the care journey.

"My last doctor and her nurse didn't listen," said one migraine patient who shared their experience in Bezzy, an online chronic condition community. "I finally fired them and moved on to a specialist who truly heard me. The impact on my care was transformative — I realized I deserve a doctor who listens."

In celebration of Health Empowerment Day, Healthgrades is proud to introduce MyHealthMatch, an innovative doctor research tool that helps people find the medical specialists best suited to their unique healthcare needs.

MyHealthMatch results are sorted by Healthgrades' proprietary Match Score, offering quick-view access to insights about doctors' experience with specific conditions or procedures, hospital quality, patient reviews, and additional key factors. MyHealthMatch is available to use with a free Healthgrades account, making trusted, personalized healthcare information easier to access than ever.

Healthgrades is dedicated to connecting patients with the most qualified doctors to support positive health outcomes and improve the overall care experience. Discover more about how Healthgrades is advancing patient empowerment through our educational hub. To access the MyHealthMatch tool, create a free Healthgrades account.

*Patient Experience Survey, The Harris Poll on Behalf of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA), 2023

**Healthgrades Physician Choice Survey, N = 2160 consumers who currently see a PCP or specialist (Data weighted to be representative of US adults), December 2024

About Healthgrades

Healthgrades is dedicated to empowering meaningful connections between patients, doctors, and hospitals. As the #1 platform for finding a doctor and a leader in healthcare transparency, we help millions of consumers each month find and schedule appointments with their healthcare professional of choice and prepare for their appointments with best-in-class, treatment-focused content.

For over 20 years, our health system, group practice, and life sciences marketing solutions have helped our partners reach and engage consumers on their way to the doctor.

Healthgrades is part of RVO Health, LLC. RVO Health has the largest consumer health and wellness audience online across its brand portfolio, including Healthgrades, Healthline, Medical News Today, Greatist, Psych Central and Bezzy, which touch every part of the health and wellness journey. RVO Health helps more than 70 million unique visitors live their strongest and healthiest lives each month.

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