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As we face the ongoing challenges in responding to the COVID-19 crisis, we continue to be inspired by how our clients and partners are meeting this pandemic...
A Message from Our Executive Director, Sarah Patterson You are in our thoughts as we hear about the incredible efforts that are underway in your organizations in...
As CEO of a major health system, I’ve seen value-based care turn the axiom “you get what you pay for” on its head. If you would have asked me whether that adage...
Virginia Mason staff members share their experiences implementing the Sepsis Power Hour protocol Sepsis is a factor in one out of every two to three hospital deaths...
An interview with Megan McIntyre Why is waste elimination so important to delivering quality care? MM: Waste elimination is essential to the Virginia Mason...
“Muda” is a Japanese term that, when considered in health care, describes wasteful aspects of processes that add no value for the patient. At Virginia Mason, we use...
Virginia Mason has worked with the Dr. Robert Bree Collaborative to provide greater value for patients through the use of evidence-based care bundles, which map out...
A couple years ago, we reported on the innovative lean work of Virginia Mason’s VTE Therapeutics Committee and the accomplishments of all the leaders, providers and...
An interview with Celeste Derheimer, Senior Partner at Virginia Mason Institute Why is recognizing waste so important to health care? CD: Health care staff often...
Healthcare Improvement Insights
Explore articles, case studies, and research that help healthcare leaders drive sustainable improvement.
Mistake Proofing in Ambulatory, Procedural, and ...
Welcome to our blog miniseries: Transforming Healthcare, featuring some of the biggest takeaways ...
Mistake Proofing in Ambulatory, Procedural, and Inpatient Care
Welcome to our blog miniseries: Transforming Healthcare, featuring some of the biggest takeaways ...
Culture of Care
Explore how equity-focused improvement, coaching and lived experience can strengthen staff ...
Culture of Care
Explore how equity-focused improvement, coaching and lived experience can strengthen staff ...
Bridge to Excellence with Three Rivers Hospital
Join host Brenda McLeod in conversation with Jamie Boyer, German Meza, and Karen Gifford about ...
Bridge to Excellence with Three Rivers Hospital
Join host Brenda McLeod in conversation with Jamie Boyer, German Meza, and Karen Gifford about ...