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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

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The Exec: Physicians Play Key Role in Healthcare Administration
Physician operating executives and medical directors are crucial players in healthcare administration at Scripps Health, says Ghazala Sharieff, MD, MBA, corporate senior vice president of hospital operations and chief medical officer at the San Diego-based health system.
 

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Iowa Health System Sees Benefits From Data-Driven Surgery
UIH launched its "data-driven surgery" program in July 2021 in a partnership with Caresyntax, one of several digital health companies developing technology platforms to improve operational and clinical efficiency in different parts of the hospital. The hardware and software program taps into connected devices and platforms throughout the OR while capturing audio and video recordings of the procedure.
UPMC Closes Care Gaps With New Patient Discharge Process
Recognizing the logjams that can occur when leaving the hospital, UPMC has launched a new patient discharge process that consolidates decision-making under one clinical care coordinator and creates a platform for data gathering.
How to Improve Emergency Department Efficiency
An initiative launched in January has significantly improved efficiency at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center's emergency department.
PSQH: The Podcast

PSQH: The Podcast Episode 79 - Data-Driven Recommendations to Improve Medication Safety

On episode 79 of PSQH: The Podcast, Susan Montminy, risk management director at Coverys, talks about how to reduce medication safety risks and improve patient safety.
 

Industry Events

 

Thursday, 6/1 - 10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit

Thursday, 6/22 - AAAHC Achieving Accreditation

Monday, 6/26 - APIC 2023

 

  

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