Hospitals across the country have launched new initiatives to boost their patient experience ratings, The Wall Street Journal reported May 28.
Category: Patient Experience
Man dies after falling from California hospital window: Police
A man in police custody died May 25 after falling approximately 20 feet from a window at a California hospital, the San Jose Police Department said May 26.
MDs vs. DOs: A new study's findings on patient outcomes
New research from researchers found hospitalized patients treated by allopathic and osteopathic physicians had similar outcomes and healthcare costs.
Texas aims to close 'Dr. Death' loophole
Texas lawmakers have passed a bill that would strengthen the state medical board’s authority to regulate and discipline physicians who may pose a threat to patients.
How Mercy uses EHRs to improve diabetes patient outcomes
St. Louis-based Mercy is using an algorithm to search electronic health records and identify patients with high blood sugars levels and help them navigate a path to improved health.
Texas Children's to end transgender care
Texas Children’s Hospital will stop offering hormone therapy and other transgender care, according to the Houston Chronicle and ABC affiliate KTRK.
Pennsylvania had 169 newborn injuries and deaths last year
New data from the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority found that infant injuries and deaths nearly doubled in 2022, according to a May 25 report from PennLive.
'Digital bridge' between brain, spinal cord helps paralyzed man walk again
Researchers in Switzerland have developed implants that provide a “digital bridge” between the brain and spinal cord, which have allowed a man to walk again 12 years after being paralyzed from the waist down in a motorcycle accident, The New York Times…
How hospitals fared on Leapfrog's maternity measures amid COVID-19
Hospitals made significant improvements on reducing episiotomies and early elective deliveries during the pandemic, but cesarean sections among patients least likely to need them increased, according to newly released data from The Leapfrog Group
7 hospitals launching innovative patient safety initiatives
Here are seven hospitals launching innovative patient safety programs:
