Search Tag: Patient Safety
2024 05 Jun
Physician burnout poses a significant risk to patient safety and care quality, as highlighted by Denver Health's Chief Medical Officer, Connie Savor Price, MD, MBA. Burnout among physicians was prevalent even before the COVID-19 pandemic and saw a notable increase during the public health crisis. Addressing burnout requires multifaceted approaches,...Read more
2024 04 Jun
Health Information Technologies (HIT) have the potential to enhance healthcare outcomes and patient safety, but risks associated with bad design or implementation persist. Despite their promise, HIT and Health Information Systems (HIS) can introduce errors due to various factors such as software glitches, user errors, and system flaws. This underscores...Read more
2024 04 Jun
The UCSF Division of Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation (DoC-IT) and UCSF Health received a $5 million donation from Ken and Kathy Hao to develop the Impact Monitoring Platform for AI in Clinical Care (IMPACC). This platform aims to provide a continuous, real-time, and automated evaluation of AI technologies used in clinical settings,...Read more
2024 04 Jun
The UCSF Division of Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation (DoC-IT) and UCSF Health received a $5 million donation from Ken and Kathy Hao to develop the Impact Monitoring Platform for AI in Clinical Care (IMPACC). This platform aims to provide a continuous, real-time, and automated evaluation of AI technologies used in clinical settings,...Read more
2024 04 Jun
The UCSF Division of Clinical Informatics and Digital Transformation (DoC-IT) and UCSF Health received a $5 million donation from Ken and Kathy Hao to develop the Impact Monitoring Platform for AI in Clinical Care (IMPACC). This platform aims to provide a continuous, real-time, and automated evaluation of AI technologies used in clinical settings,...Read more
2024 04 Jun
Pulmonary embolism (PE) involves blockage of pulmonary arterial branches by a substance, usually a deep venous thrombus. It is a common and deadly cardiovascular condition, second only to heart attack and stroke. Since PE symptoms are often vague, clinical guidelines recommend using decision rules like the Wells or Revised Geneva score for initial...Read more
2024 04 Jun
Pulmonary embolism (PE) involves blockage of pulmonary arterial branches by a substance, usually a deep venous thrombus. It is a common and deadly cardiovascular condition, second only to heart attack and stroke. Since PE symptoms are often vague, clinical guidelines recommend using decision rules like the Wells or Revised Geneva score for initial...Read more
2024 30 May
A nurses union in Michigan is urgently calling for the implementation of safety measures in response to a ransomware attack on the Catholic hospital network Ascension, which has caused significant disruption over recent weeks. The Local 40 union, representing staff at Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, has expressed grave concerns about...Read more
2024 21 May
In an era where digital threats loom large over the healthcare sector, safeguarding patient care has become more critical than ever. Recently, the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) branch, unveiled a groundbreaking program to fortify hospitals against cyberattacks. The Universal...Read more
2024 21 May
In an era where digital threats loom large over the healthcare sector, safeguarding patient care has become more critical than ever. Recently, the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) branch, unveiled a groundbreaking program to fortify hospitals against cyberattacks. The Universal...Read more
2024 16 May
A case report published in JAMIA Open highlights the insufficient characterization of interoperability in pathology data exchange, despite the emphasis on health information exchange (HIE). It evaluates the fidelity of laboratory data shared between two healthcare institutions through a commonly used HIE construct. The lack of access to relevant...Read more
2024 09 May
In a recent analysis published in Emergency Radiology , researchers examined the appropriateness and outcomes of ultrasound (US), computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance (MR) orders in the emergency department (ED) of a large academic centre. The study revealed concerning trends, indicating that a significant portion of imaging exams...Read more
2024 08 May
The purpose of ECRI's 17th edition of the Top 10 Health Technology Hazards list is to aid care providers in identifying and mitigating potential sources of harm associated with health technology. The list, compiled annually by ECRI’s Device Evaluation group, highlights risks that require attention to prioritise patient safety efforts. It serves...Read more
2024 30 Apr
Inadequate cybersecurity within healthcare systems poses a significant threat to patient safety. This assertion, supported by the American Hospital Association, underscores the urgent need for aligning cybersecurity initiatives with patient safety protocols to protect both patient well-being and network integrity. Brian Heersink, the IT Director...Read more
2024 19 Apr
In the treatment of critically ill patients, evidence-based nursing practices are essential, highlighting the need for precision in procedural management. This discussion identifies nine common errors encountered in clinical practice. Introduction Patient care is the essence of the nursing profession, focusing on the preservation, restoration,...Read more
2024 16 Apr
Legal Action Initiated After Patient's Fall During CT Scan Monica Lynch, a resident of Wallingford, Connecticut, has initiated a legal action against MidState Medical Center, MidState Radiology Associates LLC, and Hartford HealthCare Corp. following an incident that occurred in March 2022. Lynch alleges that after suffering a stroke, she...Read more
2024 11 Apr
Connectivity issues are the bane of the modern workplace, but in a Hospital-at-Home (H@H) setting, the stakes are raised higher, as it could lead to a critical lapse in patient care. For years, the telecommunications industry has grappled with the concept of the “last mile,” the final stretch of connectivity to a home or business. This bottleneck...Read more
2024 13 Mar
At the 11th International Patient Safety Conference held on February 23, 2024, in Bangalore, India, the focus shifted to advancing sustainability and resilience within the healthcare sector. Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Group, set the tone by urging India to play a major role in new healthcare systems advances....Read more
2024 13 Mar
At the 11th International Patient Safety Conference held on February 23, 2024, in Bangalore, India, the focus shifted to advancing sustainability and resilience within the healthcare sector. Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Group, set the tone by urging India to play a major role in new healthcare systems advances....Read more
2023 14 Nov
At AVA 2023, experts share how a unique sterile dressing enables better aseptic technique for UGPIV placement The UltraDrape ® Barrier and Securement Dressing can improve both patient safety and clinical efficiency during ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions, according to Nancy Moureau, RN, PhD, an internationally recognized expert...Read more
2023 14 Jul
Located on the outskirts of the capital city of Bucharest, Global Medical Health is a top-tier diagnostic clinic offering a full range of medical services. Established to provide the highest level of care, it is a state-of-the-art facility that brings together leading Romanian and foreign specialists who have already made significant contributions...Read more
2023 23 Jun
According to new data out of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the overall volume of screening mammograms has not returned to pre-pandemic levels, even after more than two years since the COVID-19 shutdown. The team analysed screening mammogram volumes before and after a state-mandated COVID-19 shutdown. They observed screening trends in 2020 during...Read more
2022 11 Jul
Sparrow physician Paul Entler, D.O., a strong advocate for patient safety and improved quality, has been named Sparrow Health System’s Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer. Dr. Entler succeeds the retired Karen Kent VanGorder, M.D., who served as the health system’s Senior Vice President and Chief Medical and Quality Officer....Read more
2022 27 May
The In Vitro Diagnostic Devices Regulation 2017/746 (IVDR) was passed by the European Union back in April 2017 to address concerns surrounding patient safety and transparency since an estimated 70% of clinical decisions revolve around in vitro diagnostic devices. Major changes from the old regulation include greater third-party oversight required...Read more
2022 05 May
Traditionally, the use of healthcare services begins with an in-person appointment with a primary care physician, but being seen often takes days or weeks. As a consequence of the evolution of information technology infrastructure, the ability to deliver digital access to healthcare services has developed. The advantages are many, including eliminating...Read more
2022 10 Jan
Northwell Health has announced the appointment of Peter Silver, MD, MBA , as senior vice president and chief quality officer. Dr. Silver spent the last 35 years in the health system as part of the Department of Pediatrics, serving most recently as medical director of Cohen Children’s Medical Center . Dr. Silver was part of a leadership...Read more
2020 01 Dec
One of the most enjoyable sessions at Euroanaesthesia 2020 this year was the pro-con debate. The debate this time was on the topic: is technology the final answer for perioperative patient safety? Two experts, Dr. Daniel Arnal from the Hospital Universitario Fundación Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain, delivered the pro argument, while Prof. William Harrop-Griffiths from...Read more
2020 21 Apr
A research predicts a decline in cancer mortality rates in 2020 in the EU. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic cancer patient safety is compromised, but can still be improved with certain policies. You may also like : Prostate is Now Most Common Cancer Cancer in the EU Total cancer mortality rates in the...Read more