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Editor's Picks
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Putting bullies in their place
Two weeks ago, I talked about how no matter what policies the Joint Commission or other governing bodies put in place, bullies will be bullies. This article from The Boston Globe talks about some of Massachusetts' worst doctor bully cases, and what executives are doing to curb the problem. [ Read More]
Doctors: Bully rules could be used as retaliation
In another article about bully docs, AMNews says that some doctors fear that bully doctor policies and codes of conduct will be used as retaliation if a physician doesn't happily go along with administrative procedures, or speaks up about substandard patient care at a facility. [ Read More]
Could copper fight hospital infections?
The ancient Egyptians used copper containers to keep their water free from bacteria, and the metal has been used throughout history to control the spread of infection. Now, the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is installing copper in bed trays, visitor chairs, bed rails, and nurse call buttons to try and prevent the spread of hospital-acquired infections. [ Read More]
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Help the Uninsured (Without Going Broke)
| Sure, your organization offers sophisticated, compassionate care. But the patients of tomorrow will want much more than that. [Read More] |
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Leaders Forum
Ask simple questions to manage data
Quality departments struggling to keep up with increasing demands to collect, analyze, and present data should first take an inventory of what information they're already collecting and determine whether it ties into the organization's strategy. (Subscription required) [Read More]
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