Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality

Organization (Website) Origin:  Institute for Healthcare Improvement (www.ihi.org)

Topic Brief:

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement provides resources and educational tools to improve the quality of all aspects of healthcare.   One key program is the IHI Open School with Online Courses to learn patient safety competencies and quality improvement methodologies.  They have a free online "talk shows" on current topics with leaders in the field who are making an impact in the quality of the care delivered at their institution.  Individuals may also sign up for a free email newsletter. 

URL:

http://www.ihi.org/about/Pages/HowtoGetInvolved.aspx

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