The hospital was able to reduce the amount of time it took for CHF and heart failure patients to get follow-up appointments with cardiologists. Patient engagement was improved with the pharmacy and transitional care teams. The hospital worked more closely with the home health team, which engaged with patients and helped to manage medications.
Healthcare facilities have a major responsibility for protecting patients and staff from exposure to harmful bacteria and infectious agents. The risk of contamination can escalate quickly if hygiene standards are not followed consistently.
The seventh annual PSQH Innovation Awards recognize healthcare organizations who overcame patient safety or quality improvement challenges. In this article, we highlight the winning submission from St. Bernard Hospital in Chicago.
On episode 132 of PSQH: The Podcast, Michelle Hilburn, Associate Vice President of Quality, Compliance and Standards at Vastian, talks about the biggest risk management issues facing healthcare. This episode is part of Health Risk Management Week and is sponsored by Inovalon, Origami Risk, and SAI360.
In this July 30 session, Adam Nemer, founder of Simple Mental Health, offers guidance and tips on how healthcare organizations can help prevent worker burnout. Register now to save your spot!
Healthcare entities continue to face escalating demands in privacy, security, and regulatory compliance. But what does ensuring resilience and strict adherence look like in practical terms in 2025? This content is presented in partnership with SAI360.
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