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𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗔: 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 🏥 Discover the leading public hospitals in the United States, setting the gold standard for healthcare excellence. From cutting-edge technology to compassionate care, these institutions are at the forefront of medical innovation. 🌟💊 #HealthcareHeroes #QualityHealthcare #USAPublicHospitals Read the full article - https://lnkd.in/dXsTpBcR

Key insights from Zoe Michaleff's study shed light on healthcare professionals' knowledge, usage, and preferences concerning clinical decision aids (CDAs) in the emergency department (ED). Here's why this is good for consumers: 1) Improved Decision Making: Identifying CDA knowledge highlights areas for better clinical decisions, benefiting patient care. 2) Enhanced Quality of Care: Integrating CDAs into the electronic medical record system standardizes practices, improving care quality and safety. 3) Person Empowerment: Effective CDA use empowers people in decision-making about their care. 4) Efficiency and Resource Optimization: Identifying barriers to CDA use helps optimize workflows, reducing wait times and improving health care experiences. 5) Continuous Improvement: This study informs ongoing education efforts, ensuring consumers receive the most evidence-based care possible. Understanding healthcare professionals' perspectives on CDAs can lead to better decision-making, elevated care quality, heightened patient empowerment, efficiency gains, and ongoing advancements in clinical practice—all directly benefiting consumers. Open access article: https://lnkd.in/gT-KARSM Laetitia Hattingh, Sharon Mickan, Paul Glasziou FRACGP, PhD, AO, Gerben Keijzers, Hannah Greenwood, Mark Jones, Madeleen van der Merwe, David Henry, Paulina Stehlik  Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Griffith University, Griffith Business School Research

Want to know the secret to better patient outcomes and higher satisfaction rates? It starts in the OR! Explore with Dr. Dorman as he delves into promoting effective communication among healthcare teams. 🔗: https://bit.ly/3ZmD4y9

Healthcare Excellence 🏥🌟 Unveiling the Top 10 Public Hospitals in the USA! 🇺🇸🌐 Explore the pioneers of quality healthcare, setting the standard for excellence. From cutting-edge treatments to compassionate care, these institutions redefine what it means to prioritize health. 👩⚕️❤️ #HealthcareHeroes #TopHospitals Read the full article - https://lnkd.in/dXsTpBcR

Anyone want to join me in reading Becker's 'Great Hospitals in America, 2023'? 😁 Can't help myself. I look for ones I work with in advocacy, I use,, my loved ones have, or may... "These hospitals are renowned for clinical excellence, patient safety, innovation efforts, research and education, patient satisfaction and more. Top ranking and award agencies, including U.S. News & World Report, Healthgrades, CMS and The Leapfrog Group, have recognized these hospitals for their leadership in the industry and their excellence in several specialties.  Note: This list is not an endorsement of included hospitals, health systems or associated healthcare providers. Organizations cannot pay for inclusion on this list. Hospitals are presented in alphabetical order". https://lnkd.in/g8xFAAwG #healthcare #hospitals #healthcareexcellence

More than 30 years ago, findings from the Harvard Medical Practice Study brought awareness to the problem of patient safety. Since then, new strategies for preventing adverse events have been implemented. To better understand the progress and impact in the last few decades, the CRICO-sponsored SafeCare Study was conducted. Led by internationally renowned patient safety expert, David Bates, MD, Medical Director of Clinical and Quality Analysis for Mass General Brigham and Chief of General Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and co-authored by investigators from Harvard medical community organizations, the SafeCare Study provides an estimation of the level of patient harm in our current inpatient environment, shedding light on the progress of two decades of work focused on reducing patient harm and highlighting the need for continued improvement. Discover the key findings, recommendations, and access the full New England Journal of Medicine results of this landmark study.

Love this little article. “Think like a detective, not a gambler, if you want to make great saves.” Dr. Pregerson makes some great points about using population medicine and risk stratification tools appropriately, to avoid missing diagnoses that have deadly outcomes. He also touches on a really important point about communication between patients and physicians: that often times, patients define certain words or terms differently than we do, and it is up to us to clarify exactly what our patients mean. This usually requires taking a few extra minutes with the patient to ask more questions. Practicing in our current productivity-obsessed, rushed, time crunched healthcare system can often put our patients’ needs at odds with the pressures we face as employed physicians. It is important to keep in mind that the reason we practice medicine is to help our patients, first and foremost.

Embarking on a journey with Southlake Regional Health Centre several years ago was akin to stepping into the nucleus of healthcare innovation. Guiding them through the intricacies of joint replacement process enhancements wasn't just about refining procedures; it was about contributing to a legacy of excellence. Now, witnessing Southlake's continued ascent as a pinnacle of healthcare leadership throughout Canada fills me with immense pride. Delving into the nuances of their reimbursement processes and metrics, I quickly realized that these weren't just figures on a spreadsheet; they were the pulse of Southlake's success. As I look back, it's evident that understanding these intricacies was pivotal in fortifying their path to greatness. Recently, I stumbled upon a piece of news that truly reaffirmed Southlake's position as a beacon of quality care. The American College of Surgeons' recognition of Southlake's meritorious patient outcomes for the second consecutive year underscores their unwavering commitment to excellence. Out of 615 participating hospitals, Southlake stood tall among the elite 78 institutions distinguished with this honor in 2022. As I reflect on my time with Southlake, it's heartening to see their unwavering commitment to excellence persisting year after year. Their tireless pursuit of superior patient outcomes isn't just commendable; it's inspiring. Here's to Southlake, a true embodiment of clinical excellence and compassionate care. https://lnkd.in/esiXKVjq

Piedmont Atlanta Ranked Best Hospital in Georgia; Top 5% in Nation for Overall Cardiac Care by Healthgrades Atlanta, Ga. (October 31, 2023) – Piedmont Atlanta has been ranked by Healthgrades as the best hospital in the state of Georgia and among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for overall cardiac care. “Heart disease is one of the greatest health challenges Georgians face, and this recognition shows we are providing them the highest quality care close to home,” said Patrick M. Battey, M.D., chief executive officer of Piedmont Atlanta. “I am proud of everyone who contributed to this important achievement.” Healthgrades analyzed data on patient outcomes from nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide to place Piedmont Atlanta in the top 5% for quality cardiac care. This is the second national recognition of the cardiovascular service line at Piedmont Atlanta in a matter of months. U.S. News & World Report recently listed Piedmont Atlanta as high-performing in cardiology, heart and vascular surgery as well. The publication also highlighted Piedmont Atlanta as one of the best hospitals overall in Georgia. U.S. News & World Report scores are based on several factors, including survival, patient safety, and nurse staffing. Honors for Piedmont Atlanta also came from Newsweek in its list of “America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2024,” as one of the state’s best. Newsweek compiled its rankings from four data sources: a nationwide online survey, quality metrics data, and patient experience. Additionally, some hospitals that participated in a Patient Reported Outcome Measures survey received a score in that category. Visit piedmont.org for more information about Piedmont.

Dr. Vaidya, it was such a pleasure to moderate your keynote, and I have to say, it was even more gratifying to turn your insightful wisdom into this important blog. Your work at Phoenix Children's is so inspiring!!!