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🌟 Enhancing Diagnostic Safety Through Patient Co-Design 🌟   We are excited to share insights from the recent Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality issue brief titled "The Patient’s Role in Diagnostic Safety and Excellence: From Passive Reception Toward Co-Design." This work emphasizes the critical shift from viewing patients as passive recipients of care to recognizing them as active partners in the diagnostic process.   Key Takeaways:   ◾ Co-Design: Engaging patients in the design of diagnostic processes leads to improved safety and better health outcomes. ◾ Patient Narratives: Listening to patient experiences can uncover diagnostic errors and enhance understanding of their needs. ◾ Collaborative Efforts: The brief highlights the importance of collaboration among healthcare professionals, patients, and stakeholders to foster a culture of safety. 🧾 Read the entire brief here: https://lnkd.in/ebnwhtTv By embracing co-design, we believe that we can create a healthcare environment that prioritizes patient safety and empowers individuals in their care journey. Let’s work together to transform the patient experience!   Authors: Helene M. Epstein Helen Haskell Carole Hemmelgarn Steven Coffee Ilene Corina BCPA She / Her Stephen Burrows Margo Burrows Traber D. Giardina Kelly Smith Bill Gallagher Bat-Zion Hose Kristen Miller #PatientSafety #CoDesign #HealthcareInnovation #PatientEngagement #DiagnosticExcellence #HealthCare #PatientExperience #QualityCare #HealthEquity

🚀 Looking to optimize command center strategies and improve overall patient flow? Health systems require a fresh approach that leverages AI-powered technology and specialized expertise. A recent Becker's Healthcare article highlights insights from a webinar with our Vice President of Client Services, Jason Harber, and Director of Operational Excellence, William Griffith, on how to enhance command center strategies to increase discharges, decrease opportunity days, and reduce transfer declines. Hospitals and health systems that have adopted iQueue for Inpatient Flow to reimagine their command center framework see: 🔹 5% - 10% more discharges per day 🔹 5% - 10% decrease in opportunity days 🔹25% - 30% reduction in transfer declines 🔹 5% - 8% increase in patient admissions Check out the full article to see how iQueue can transform your health system's patient flow. https://bit.ly/4fwOhTA

🔔 Elevating Patient Care: The Power of Interdisciplinary Collaboration In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, one practice stands out as a beacon of excellence: the Standards of Care meeting, also known as the Patients at Risk meeting. 🔹 This weekly gathering of clinical and medical professionals is not just a meeting—it’s a lifeline for our most vulnerable residents.  Why These Meetings Matter 🔹Imagine a world where every patient receives personalized, proactive care tailored to their unique needs. That’s the world we’re creating, one meeting at a time.  Here’s how: 1. Holistic Approach: We review everything from weight loss to skin issues, falls, and behavioral changes. No stone is left unturned. 2. Data-Driven Decisions: We make informed choices that directly impact patient outcomes by leveraging tools like PCC, Matrix Care, EHR, and Point Right. 3. Trend Analysis: We’re not just treating symptoms but identifying patterns to prevent future issues. 4. Continuous Improvement: Our QAPI committee ensures we’re constantly evolving and improving.  The Impact: 🏆 Reduced fall rates 📈 Improved wound healing 🍽️ Better nutritional outcomes 🤝Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration 🔹 These meetings are more than just a best practice—they’re a commitment to excellence, a promise to our patients, and a testament to the power of teamwork in healthcare. 🔹 Are you part of a facility that conducts similar meetings? I’d love to hear about your experiences and best practices. Let’s continue to raise the bar in patient care together! #HealthcareExcellence #PatientCare #InterdisciplinaryCollaboration #ContinuousImprovement https://bit.ly/4aUykV3

🔔 Elevating Patient Care: The Power of Interdisciplinary Collaboration In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, one practice stands out as a beacon of excellence: the Standards of Care meeting, also known as the Patients at Risk meeting. 🔹 This weekly gathering of clinical and medical professionals is not just a meeting—it’s a lifeline for our most vulnerable residents.  Why These Meetings Matter 🔹Imagine a world where every patient receives personalized, proactive care tailored to their unique needs. That’s the world we’re creating, one meeting at a time.  Here’s how: 1. Holistic Approach: We review everything from weight loss to skin issues, falls, and behavioral changes. No stone is left unturned. 2. Data-Driven Decisions: We make informed choices directly impacting patient outcomes by leveraging tools like PCC, Matrix Care, EHR, and Point Right. 3. Trend Analysis: We’re not just treating symptoms but identifying patterns to prevent future issues. 4. Continuous Improvement: Our QAPI committee ensures we’re constantly evolving and improving.  The Impact: 🏆 Reduced fall rates 📈 Improved wound healing 🍽️ Better nutritional outcomes 🤝Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration 🔹 These meetings are more than just a best practice—they’re a commitment to excellence, a promise to our patients, and a testament to the power of teamwork in healthcare. 🔹 Are you part of a facility that conducts similar meetings? I’d love to hear about your experiences and best practices. Let’s continue to raise the bar in patient care together! #HealthcareExcellence #PatientCare #InterdisciplinaryCollaboration #ContinuousImprovement https://bit.ly/4aUykV3

This Healthcare Quality Week, we’re not just celebrating standards—we’re setting them. At SMS Clinical Research, quality means more than state-of-the-art diagnostics and innovative trials; it’s about genuine care, real results, and creating a brighter, healthier future for all. 🌟 Ready to make a difference? Call us today at 📞 (972) 216-5100 or visit 🌐 smsclinicalresearch.com to learn more. #HealthcareQualityWeek #PatientFirst #ExcellenceInCare #ClinicalTrials #PatientCare #HealthcareInnovation #JoinUs #BeAPartOfTheSolution #Mesquite #SMSClinicalResearch #HealthyLiving #ClinicalTrial #MedicalResearch #Covid19 #HealthScience #ClinicalStudy #ResearchTrial #HealthCare #Treatment

Hear from the industry's most distinguished leaders from HCA, Indiana University Health, and Intermountain as they unpack their successful strategies for implementing, maintaining, and scaling post-discharge follow up programs. What you'll gain: ✨ Valuable Insights: Real-world experiences on patient follow-up process development and implementation. 📞 Enhanced Communication: Strategies to personalize patient interactions for improved health outcomes. 📈 Evidence of Success: Cases of scalable and effective patient care coordination. Don’t miss out on learning the best practices that have proven to improve outcomes such as reduced readmissions and increased satisfaction scores.

It’s a time to reflect on the critical importance of patient safety and to celebrate the strides made in creating safer healthcare environments. Health informatics and digital health transformation play pivotal roles in enhancing patient safety. From reducing medical errors to improving communication among care teams, these efforts are making a tangible difference. Innovation, collaboration, and advocacy for safer healthcare systems are essential. Together, it is possible to ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care. #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #PatientSafety #HealthcareTransformation #clinicalworkflowautomation #Inventx https://lnkd.in/d7rUdUE7

Hear from the industry's most distinguished leaders from HCA, Indiana University Health, and Intermountain as they unpack their successful strategies for implementing, maintaining, and scaling post-discharge follow up programs. What you'll gain: ✨ Valuable Insights: Real-world experiences on patient follow-up process development and implementation. 📞 Enhanced Communication: Strategies to personalize patient interactions for improved health outcomes. 📈 Evidence of Success: Cases of scalable and effective patient care coordination. Don’t miss out on learning the best practices that have proven to improve outcomes such as reduced readmissions and increased satisfaction scores.

Hear from the industry's most distinguished leaders from HCA, Indiana University Health, and Intermountain as they unpack their successful strategies for implementing, maintaining, and scaling post-discharge follow up programs. What you'll gain: ✨ Valuable Insights: Real-world experiences on patient follow-up process development and implementation. 📞 Enhanced Communication: Strategies to personalize patient interactions for improved health outcomes. 📈 Evidence of Success: Cases of scalable and effective patient care coordination. Don’t miss out on learning the best practices that have proven to improve outcomes such as reduced readmissions and increased satisfaction scores.

Hear from the industry's most distinguished leaders from HCA, Indiana University Health, and Intermountain as they unpack their successful strategies for implementing, maintaining, and scaling post-discharge follow up programs. What you'll gain: ✨ Valuable Insights: Real-world experiences on patient follow-up process development and implementation. 📞 Enhanced Communication: Strategies to personalize patient interactions for improved health outcomes. 📈 Evidence of Success: Cases of scalable and effective patient care coordination. Don’t miss out on learning the best practices that have proven to improve outcomes such as reduced readmissions and increased satisfaction scores.