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STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) Improvement Project
The OSF cardiac service line implemented a STEMI Improvement project to identify obstacles that create delays in pre-hospitalization to percutaneous coronary intervention times in order to establish OSF perfect care criteria for STEMI patients. The multidisciplinary team addressed delay factors through use of administrative support, a multi-faceted approach and accountability at every level in the facility leading to achievement of the OSF internal goal of 'Arrival to PCI' of 60 minutes.
The OSF cardiac service line implemented a STEMI Improvement project to identify obstacles that create delays in pre-hospitalization to percutaneous coronary intervention times in order to establish OSF perfect care criteria for STEMI patients. The multidisciplinary team addressed delay factors through use of administrative support, a multi-faceted approach and accountability at every level in the facility leading to achievement of the OSF internal goal of 'Arrival to PCI' of 60 minutes.
This case study is part of the Illinois Hospital Association's annual quality awards. Each year, IHA recognizes and celebrates the achievements of Illinois hospitals in continually improving and transforming health care in the state. These hospitals are improving health by striving to achieve the Triple Aim--improving the patient experience of care (including quality and satisfaction); improving the health of populations; and reducing the per capita cost of health care.
Award recipients achieve measurable and meaningful progress in providing care that is:
- Safe
- Timely
- Effective
- Efficient
- Equitable
- Patient-centered