by Joe Sapp | Sep 10, 2025 | Project Elements
Published: 09/2025 Bias refers to the “deviation of results or inferences from the truth, or processes leading to such deviations.” Just as a thorough differential diagnosis list promotes accurate, effective disease identification and management, understanding...
by Joe Sapp | Aug 22, 2025 | Project Elements
Published 08/2025 As change requires group buy-in and can affect the workflows of multiple stakeholders, patient safety and quality improvement (PSQI) cannot be done effectively without a team. This team, as a composite, should understand the care concerns, predict...
by Joe Sapp | Sep 10, 2025 | Project Elements
Published: 09/2025 A Gemba walk is a structured observational practice in which leaders and team members visit the actual place (Gemba) where clinical work occurs to gain a firsthand understanding of workflows, identify improvement opportunities, and foster a culture...
by Joe Sapp | Dec 19, 2025 | Project Elements
Process mapping is a technique used to fully understand and visually communicate processes clearly and concisely. It involves creating a graphical “map” or diagram that clearly outlines the steps involved in any process. It displays the specific steps necessary for...
by Joe Sapp | Apr 11, 2025 | Disseminating the message: spreading the word and publishing projects
Published: 04/2025 Most quality improvement (QI) projects are initiated with the intent to improve systems at the home institution. When projects could help other institutions, it is important to consider submitting them for presentation or publication. In this case,...
