Needs Statement

Thousands of children are harmed each year due to medical errors, and many more are injured due to other medical mistakes and omissions. This conference aims to address the critical need to close the gap between known best practices and the current state of pediatric healthcare delivery.

Professionals attending this conference must enhance their understanding of key tools, methodologies, and statistical approaches to rigorously evaluate whether their studies and efforts are effectively improving healthcare delivery for children. Despite their best efforts, healthcare providers are often hindered by the systems in which they work. Therefore, it is imperative for attendees to improve their competence in methods to rigorously study improvement activities, ensuring that healthcare improvements for children are being achieved.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for general pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric trainees, nurse practitioners, physician assistances, and other healthcare professionals. 

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the conference, participants should be able to:

• Utilize a broad spectrum of tools derived from both QI research and implementation science.
• Apply a new technique for QI research or implementation science
• Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative models of pediatric care.

Educational Methods

Lecture, panel discussion, small group breakout session, skill-based training workshop

Activity Evaluation

Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.