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Achieving Zero Preventable Hospital-Acquired Venous Thromboembolism Events

Saving lives, eliminating defects and improving processes The problem Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is the third most common cardiovascular illness1 — and the most common preventable cause of hospital-related death.2 In the United States alone, approximately 1 million patients experience VTE events. Nearly two-thirds of these events occur because of hospitalization, resulting in approximately 300,000 deaths.3 In just one year, a...

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Case Study | Building a New Outpatient Surgery...

Lean Management | Optimizing Flow | Quality and Safety

Building a New Outpatient Surgery Center With Patients and Staff in Mind

December 12, 2023 | Virginia Mason Institute

At a Glance The Organization The Orthopedic Outpatient Center is a state-of-the-art facility in southwest Oregon, operated by the Southern Oregon Orthopedics group....

Quality Improvement | Quality and Safety | Patient Safety

Medication Error Sparks Innovation

September 16, 2022 | Virginia Mason Institute

In many hospital pharmacies today, the pace is hurried. Staff rush to fulfill complex orders for waiting providers with patients’ health dependent on their...

Case Study | Delivering Change and Developing...

Delivering Change and Developing Cultures of Learning Across the NHS and Beyond

August 31, 2021 | Virginia Mason Institute

Embark on a journey of transformative success in healthcare as we delve into inspiring achievements from our partners worldwide. Witness the strides made by...

Case Study | 36-Clinic Federally Qualified Health...

Lean Management | Optimizing Flow | Quality and Safety

36-Clinic Federally Qualified Health Center Saves $600K Annually Improving Patient Flow

April 15, 2019 | Erica Cumbee

The organization Nestled in California’s San Joaquin Valley, Clinica Sierra Vista had humble beginnings. Formed in 1971 to address the specific needs of the...

Case Study | Embedding a System to Protect...

Embedding a System to Protect Patient Safety

April 18, 2018 | Virginia Mason Institute

Patient Safety Survey Participation Sharply Increases Overall staff participation in Virginia Mason’s Culture of Patient Safety survey grew from 16% in 2004 to 88%...

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Culture of Care

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Bridge to Excellence with Three Rivers Hospital

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Bridge to Excellence with Three Rivers Hospital

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