Failure Modes and Effects Analysis

Published 5/2026 Unlike Root Cause Analysis, which is performed after an adverse outcome, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a proactive risk analysis tool. FMEA employs a stepwise approach to prioritize potential interventions to reduce the risk of failure...

Formulating the Right Question

Published: 5/2026 Quality improvement and patient safety (QIPS) work in medicine is a powerful process that brings meaningful change to patient care and outcomes. However, it is sometimes challenging to think of the right question to ask. The first step is to identify...