QA to QI comes from dialogue with physician leaders on the Quality Improvement Model for clinical peer review in contrast with the prevailing, dysfunctional Quality Assurance Model.
QA to QI Client Experience
Marc brought valuable knowledge and expertise to our institution, and helped us raise the bar for clinical quality and performance improvement.
- John Rodis, MD, former SVP, Stamford Hospital
We have been very pleased with the development of the Nursing Practice Peer Review program. Your insight and guidance as a PSO have been invaluable.
- Suzzane Talarico, RN, Performance Improvement Manager , St. Joseph's Hospital
You didn't just give us a fish, you taught us how to fish.
- Matthew Miller, MD, CMO, Danbury Hospital
Thanks for all your hard work, which was integral to our defense. You did a great job of understanding the issues, mastering the documents and articulating your opinions.
- Charles K. Purcell, Partner at Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin & Robb, PA
Removing Barriers to High Reliability
QA to QI Consulting has used research and innovation to fix dysfunctions in healthcare management through an Organizational Learning Framework for quality and patient safety.
Our four national studies of clinical peer review process show that most programs have yet to adopt best practices. The punitive QA Model not only prevails among both physicians and nurses, it is a major barrier to progress in quality & patient safety.
- Clinical Peer Review Program Assessment Inventory: Quantify your improvement opportunity and assess progress versus best practice
- Scientific Publications: Evidence and recommendations for improvement
- Presentations, Webinars & Workshops: Get informed, spread the knowledge, and generate enthusiasm for improvement
- Whitepapers: Briefings for healthcare leaders
- Evidence-Based Answers: Frequently Asked Questions about clinical peer review
- Patient Safety Newsletters: Authoritative content for safety and quality improvement
Marc T. Edwards, MD, MBA
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