Search Tag: patient safety

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Celebrating-a-year-of-prestigious-awards-and-recognitions-in-2023

2023 22 Dec

In 2023, Affidea has once again set a gold standard in healthcare, garnering numerous awards and recognitions that highlight its unwavering commitment to patient safety, innovation, and community care.   "This year's achievements are a true reflection of our team's dedication to excellence in healthcare. Each award represents the hard work,...Read more

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New-study-reveals-patient-risks-in-gp-phone-and-online-consultations

2023 04 Dec

According to a recent report, there is a potential risk of patients being under-diagnosed by GPs during telephone or online consultations in England.   While mistakes via remote consultations are rare, there is a concern that GPs might overlook serious conditions, depending on the qualifications of the staff to interpret and act on signs of illness....Read more

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Prioritising-patient-safety-and-combatting-fatigue-in-healthcare

2023 28 Nov

Penilla Gunther, President of the European Patient Safety Foundation, shares her insights with HealthManagement.org, explaining the importance of patient safety and its growing significance in healthcare. She also highlights the potential impact the Fight Fatigue campaign could have on patient safety and overall healthcare outcomes.   Why...Read more

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Ecri-chief-executive-calls-for-patient-safety-changes-at-or-manager-conference

2023 13 Sep

Marcus Schabacker, MD, PhD, president and CEO of ECRI, the nation’s largest independent patient safety organization, will speak to perioperative leadership about “Where Are We Now with Patient Safety and Quality” in a keynote address at the OR Manager Conference on September 18, 2023.   Preventable medical errors are the leading cause of death...Read more

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Dr-neinstein-nyc-an-insight-into-the-citys-notable-plastic-surgeon

2023 28 Aug

New York is a hub for numerous professional sectors, one of them being the field of plastic surgery. Amidst numerous clinics and surgeons, there is one surgeon who has made a significant impact on the scene - Dr Neinstein. He has been serving the community since 2012 and has established Neinstein Plastic Surgery at the Bergdorf Goodman building, one...Read more

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Failures-in-aviation-lessons-for-healthcare

2023 08 Aug

Engine failures and other safety issues often witnessed in the aviation industry provide some valuable lessons for healthcare. These include:   Importance of Training and Standard Procedures:  Like in aviation, healthcare professionals must undergo rigorous training and adhere to standard procedures. Proper training ensures healthcare professionals...Read more

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Simulation-based-training

2023 07 Jul

Boost learning with a simulated hands-on experience for your medical equipment   Can hands-on training with medical equipment be improved? With medical technologies and standards of care constantly changing, healthcare professionals must commit to lifelong learning to stay current. Well-trained staff can provide high-quality care more efficiently,...Read more

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5th-international-conference-on-nursing-care-and-patient-safety

2023 14 Jun

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Hma-2022-hospital-management-asia

2022 07 Sep

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Patient-safety-congress-returns-to-dubai-live-in-person

2022 11 Aug

The Middle East’s leading event focused on improving patient care is back in action Taking place from September 29 to October 1 at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre Renowned health leaders take part in key conferences — infection control, patient safety, and CSSD – and address vital industry topics Over 2,500 healthcare professionals...Read more

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The-impact-of-staffing-shortages-on-patient-safety

2022 12 Apr

A recent study published in the  American Journal of Infection Control  showed that staff shortages and the extra burden on hospitals caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could increase the number of acquired infections and threaten patient care.   The study examined hospital-acquired infections at two hospitals in Illinois between September 2017 and...Read more

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Wpssts-2022-brings-key-healthcare-leaders-and-organizations-to-confront-top-patient-safety-issues

2022 04 Apr

IRVINE, CALIF. (April 4, 2022) – The  Patient Safety Movement Foundation  (PSMF) will host the 8th annual  World Patient Safety Science and Technology Summit  (WPSSTS) virtually April 29 and April 30, 2022. The event is co-convened by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the European Society of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, the International...Read more

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Patient-safety-by-informa-2022

2022 29 Sep

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Delivering-safe-high-quality-patient-centric-care

2021 07 Dec

At RSNA 2021’s opening session on 28 November, Dr James Merlino of the Cleveland Clinic discussed strategies to improve the patient experience and healthcare delivery. His address followed RSNA president Dr Mary Mahoney’s opening address. Dr Merlino, a colorectal surgeon, leads patient-centric efforts at the Cleveland Clinic and serves as president,...Read more

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International-meeting-on-simulation-in-healthcare-imsh-2022

2022 15 Jan

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35-defer-medical-care-due-to-debt-fears

2021 12 Nov

The credit bureau, TransUnion, surveyed consumers’ billing experiences and found that 35% of patients said that debt discouraged them from seeking healthcare over the past year. TransUnion Healthcare saw a 55% rise in financial assistance transactions between September 2020 and September 2021. Since September 2018, there has been a 270% increase in...Read more

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Patient-safety-in-endoscopy-episode-1

2021 22 Oct

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2022-the-world-patient-safety-science-technology-summit

2022 29 Apr

Find the Patient Safety Movement on Social Medi a      Save the date for the 2022 World Patient Safe ty, Science & Technology Summit! Stay tuned for more information! Read more

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Hospital-management-asia-hma-indonesia-2021

2021 14 Sep

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Healthcare-workers-during-pandemic-major-factors-for-well-being

2021 23 Apr

A new study looks into prevalent determinants of psychological well-being in healthcare workers based on survey data collected in three countries.   You might also like: A nurse looks back: what has happened to the profession over the last 12 months? Learn more   Already a crisis in pre-pandemic times, burnout, anxiety and other...Read more

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Affidea-experience-improving-patient-safety-with-ai

2020 15 Dec

Artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced from a debate into a large collection of different technologies with applicability in everyday life, meant to bring a difference in people’s life, from the way we interact between us, take decisions, buy products, set goals or monitor health. The healthcare sector makes no exception. We all...Read more

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Patient-safety-in-primary-care-do-clinicians-and-patients-view-it-differently

2020 19 Nov

New research shows that, in the primary care setting, both patients and practitioners perceive patient safety more in terms of work functions, which reflect grouping of tasks or responsibilities in delivery of care.   You might also like: Future of Patient Safety: What We’ve Learned from the Pandemic   In this study (Lai...Read more

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Pandemic-spotlights-the-urgent-need-for-a-national-patient-safety-board

2020 08 Sep

September 17th is WHO’s World Patient Safety Day. There’s no better moment in history to call for new legislation that finally ensures health worker and patient safety. Today, the Patient Safety Movement Foundation released a  detailed white paper  and its leadership issued the following statement urging the creation of a National Patient Safety...Read more

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The-future-is-digital

2020 09 Mar

The debate about Artificial Intelligence (AI) versus healthcare personnel shows no sign of abating. While we can safely say that the role of physicians is not under any serious threat from technology, AI will be critical in managing data for more efficient diagnosis, workflow and patient care. ‘The Future is Digital’ offers exciting views on data...Read more

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The-digitalisation-of-healthcare

2020 09 Mar

Summary: Where can digitalisation in healthcare be applied to yield quantum leaps in efficiency, cost-savings, patient safety and care quality? Almost no other area in healthcare offers so much potential for increasing process efficiency, for improving medical quality as well as patient safety, and finally, for achieving sustainable economic...Read more

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Single-patient-safety-database-for-nhs-and-private-care

2020 27 Feb

Patient safety data across the UK public (National Health System, NHS) and private healthcare sectors to be gathered in a single online database. Two organisations, NHS Digital and the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) have opened a consultation on the database as part of the next phase of the Acute Data Alignment Programme (...Read more

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Pharmacists-involvement-improves-patient-outcomes

2019 15 Dec

Additional attention from pharmacists towards patients, such as educational talks about prescribed medications, may lead to increased level of patient satisfaction during hospital stays. This is the conclusion of the study, Pharmacists Transitions-of-Care Service Improves HCAHPS Scores and Decreases 30-day Hospital Readmission , conducted...Read more

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Use-patient-safety-to-improve-your-bottom-line

2019 13 Nov

Summary: A culture of safety not only protects the patient from harm but ensures an open, honest and high-quality healthcare system. W. Edward Deming dedicated much of his career studying and analysing various industries and found there are two general approaches to improving quality. In this case, improving patient safety and the quality...Read more