A training program on Lean improvement principles can enhance organizations’ outcomes, according to a study in the American Journal of Medical Quality. Researchers evaluated the Perfecting Patient ...

Training clinical and supportive staff in quality improvement (QI) theory and use of QI tools has the potential to improve oncology care delivery. We report our combined experience of providing ...

Although the benefits of quality improvement initiatives are largely understood by practicing neonatologists and perinatologists, the vast majority have not received any formal training in quality ...

The effectiveness of a unique two-pronged educational program has shown significant improvements in knowledge of quality principles by leaders as well as the successful design and launch of quality ...

Pay-for-performance and public reporting programs have successfully focused hospitals’ attention on quality. But they have also had unintended consequences, including encouraging a narrowing of focus ...

Despite not reducing clinical event rates, a quality improvement program for acute MI patients in India shows that it is possible to create a lasting impact on processes of care and safety, ...

Background: We previously demonstrated improvement in bronchopulmonary dysplasia and nosocomial infection among preterm infants at 12 neonatal units using the Evidence-based Practice for Improving ...

When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, ...

Physician burnout is a frontline challenge of US health care, with estimates suggesting a burnout rate approaching 50 percent among practicing physicians. The organizational drivers of burnout in ...