IHI Quality Improvement for Chairs and Chiefs

Don't miss this Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) training program on leadership:

Quality Improvement for Chairs and Chiefs • May 6–7, 2013, in Boston, MA

In Quality Improvement for Chairs and Chiefs, clinical chairs and chiefs of departments or services will be fully immersed in methods to improve quality throughout their department. From the basic metrics of measurement and assessing performance, to leading a culture of quality, to strategies for publishing improvement work, this program will provide clinical department heads with the essentials they need to lead a portfolio of department-wide improvement initiatives.


Clinical leaders face incredible daily challenges, including overseeing patient care, budgetary responsibilities, and teaching requirements, all in a fluid setting filled with constant change. In the post-health care reform environment, there is renewed emphasis on the quality of care provided and producing zero events of harm. One of the most important — yet often overlooked — roles of clinical leaders is engaging physicians and department-wide teams through quality improvement initiatives that align with hospital goals.


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