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A Closer Look at The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Proposed Patient Safety Structural Measure

Beterra

Patient safety is a critical component of healthcare quality. Despite significant advancements, preventable harm remains a significant concern in healthcare settings. Each domain contains multiple statements that capture the essential structural and cultural elements of patient safety.

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Denise Cardo, MD, retires after 30 years dedicated to patient safety

CDC

As part of Public Health Thank You Day, celebrated every year on the Monday before Thanksgiving, we’d like to honor Denise Cardo, MD, who recently retired from public service after 30 years dedicated to patient safety.

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10th Annual World Patient Safety, Science & Technology Summit Begins

Patient Safety Movement

On the first day of the Summit, global patient safety leaders call for increased urgency in reducing preventable deaths. Michael Ramsay, chief executive officer of the PSMF, reflected on the role that the increasing availability of hospital data on medical errors could play in reducing harm. Irvine, Calif.,

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Collette Health Appoints Christine Gall as Chief Nursing Officer

HIT Consultant

In this pivotal role, Gall will be instrumental in furthering Collette Health’s mission of integrating virtual patient safety solutions to prevent falls and adverse events while enhancing patient outcomes.

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Improving HCAHPS: The Impact of Your Hospital Environment

Readiness Rounds

How Patient Satisfaction (HCAHPS) is Impacted by the Hospital’s Physical Environment Patient satisfaction and HCAHPS improvements go far beyond medical expertise or outcome. The hospital environment plays a pivotal role in shaping a patient's (and visitors) experience and overall satisfaction.

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Newsletter, March 2024

Patient Safety Movement

“I believe in data transparency, and it is unacceptable that we lack clarity on the true number of patient harm events.” The Patient Safety Movement Foundation will be well represented. We have consistently emphasized the importance of data transparency as essential for monitoring progress in enhancing patient care.

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Newsletter, November 2023

Patient Safety Movement

She brings to her board role a clear vision and keen understanding of the essential contributions advanced technologies will make in improving patient safety across healthcare delivery systems globally. Patient Safety Initiatives in Ghana Knowledge is power—even the power to save a life.