In 2005, Cincinnati Children’s had a serious patient safety event every 21 days on average. Now, there are hundreds of days between safety events.
Category: Patient Experience
Patients express frustration over stress, chronic illness mix-ups
Studies have found that stress is linked with many chronic diseases, but many physicians do not provide enough education to patients on managing stress, The New York Times reported June 27.
Cleveland Clinic reports 100% satisfaction in 5 labor & delivery metrics
Cleveland Clinic is set to expand its rollout of a unique labor and delivery initiative, which led to a reduction in Cesarean section rates and a boost in patient satisfaction, to three other hospitals, it announced July 1.
Mass General guidance identifies 98% of pediatric allergic reactions
New criteria from Boston-based Mass General for Children can accurately identify 98% of cases of anaphylactic children — compared to 85% with the older guidance.
White House opposes gender-affirming surgery for minors: Report
In its most direct statement on transgender care, the Biden administration said it opposes gender-affirming surgery for minors, The New York Times reported June 28.
New pediatric imaging guidance issued by major medical associations
Three leading medical groups published revised criteria for advanced imaging in pediatric patients June 27, to keep pace with advancements.
How nurse rounding influences patient experience: 4 findings
The frequency of nurse rounding can significantly affect hospitals’ patient experience performance, though preferences still vary by unit and patient type, according to a June 26 report from Press Ganey.
9 specialties with highest, lowest patient experience scores
Cardiac surgery patients reported the highest patient experience scores of any specialty in 2023, according to a June 26 report from Press Ganey.
10 best states for hospital patient experience
Hospitals in Nevada have the highest patient experience scores of any state, according to a June 26 report from Press Ganey.
Why a Florida system places sensors in patients' shoes
After patients undergo foot surgery at the University of Florida Health, they’re given a Bluetooth device to wear their body or in their shoes. If people put too much weight on their recovering feet, the sensor immediately alerts patients and their phy…
