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A recent study of 39 children's hospitals revealed 16 organizations have antimicrobial stewardship programs in place and another 15 hospitals are planning programs. The preliminary findings suggest a diversity of approaches. Standardization of programs is needed to realize key components for better…
PLF hosted a session on achieving team-based health care delivery. David Nash, MD, founding dean of the Jefferson School of Population Health and professor of health policy at Thomas Jefferson University, delivered the keynote address. Dr. Nash spoke about the need for hospitals to do a better job…
Objective: Rates of venous thromboembolism as high as 58 percent have been reported after trauma, but there is no widely accepted screening protocol. If Medicare adds venous thromboembolism to the list of 'preventable complications,' they will no longer reimburse for treatment, which could have…
“End of life care,” “serious illness” or “advanced illness” are some of the terms used to categorize the set of services for patients and families during the course of illness. The Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (CTAC) defines advanced Illness as “occurring when one or more conditions become…
Between March and June 2012, Jackson Healthcare conducted a series of online physician surveys that included all medical specialities. This is the first of a multi-year survey to track physicians' work patterns and plans in the era of health reform. The survey consisted of six areas of focus:…
Studies suggest that the presence of multiple chronic conditions (MCC) adds a layer of complexity to disease management; recently the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services established a strategic framework for improving the health of this population.
Organization: Haslinger Family Pediatric Palliative Care Center at Akron Children’s Hospital, Akron, OH
Innovative highlights recognized were its expressive therapy center, focus on research and education and collaboration with other hospitals, hospices and medical school.
A collection of 10 short essays by the industry luminaries who have received HRET's TRUST Award since its inception in 2003. They are one- or two-page pieces on team-based care (David Lawrence), the 'triple aim' (Don Berwick), building infrastructure for quality (Brent James), focusing on…