Pathways into Quality Improvement and Patient Safety

Needs Statement

Quality improvement and patient safety span all areas of medicine and healthcare. This is a public health and ethical issue given that medical errors can result in unnecessary deaths, injuries, and expenses. As medical knowledge and technology continue to advance at a rapid pace, it is important that all healthcare providers continue to improve their quality of care and maintain patient safety at the forefront of their practice. As a leader in quality and safety, Baylor College of Medicine is uniquely positioned to begin the regional dialogue regarding quality improvement and patient safety strategies for all learners. The conference focuses on pathways to quality improvement and patient safety career development.

Target Audience

Physicians, medical students, fellows, residents, and other healthcare providers.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

  • Examine a variety of quality improvement career pathways.

  • Compare training opportunities, technologies, and other resources for building a career in quality improvement.

  • Identify the initial steps to get involved in quality improvement or patient safety once a problem is identified.

  • Demonstrate how to build and contribute to a quality improvement team.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.75 Participation
Course opens: 
04/01/2023
Course expires: 
04/30/2025
Rating: 
0

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.75 Participation
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