Patient advocacy is a field dedicated to supporting and empowering patients in navigating healthcare systems, understanding their rights and options, and advocating for their own needs and preferences. Patient advocates may provide information, resources, and emotional support to patients and their families, help them communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and ensure their voices are heard in treatment decisions and care plans. Patient advocates may also work on a larger scale to promote patient-centered policies, improve healthcare access and quality, and address systemic issues that affect patient outcomes.