Driscoll PULSE: Summer Edition 2024

Driscoll’s Gastroenterology Department Joins ImproveCareNow Network

In an exciting development for pediatric healthcare, Driscoll’s Gastroenterology department has joined the prestigious ImproveCareNow Network. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the care and treatment of children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic condition that can have a profound impact on young patients and their families. About the ImproveCareNow Network ImproveCareNow is an innovative, clinician-driven network that aims to transform the health, care, and costs for all children and adolescents with IBD. By fostering a collaborative environment, the network leverages shared knowledge, data, and best practices to improve outcomes for pediatric patients. Since its inception in 2007, ImproveCareNow has grown to include over 100 participating centers across the United States and internationally, creating a powerful community of healthcare professionals dedicated to continuous improvement in IBD care.

What This Means for Driscoll Children’s Hospital Joining the ImproveCareNow Network enables Driscoll’s Gastroenterology department to access a wealth of resources and support that will enhance the quality of care provided to its patients. This includes:

Data Sharing and Analytics

Patient and Family Engagement

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The network’s robust data-sharing platform allows participating centers to contribute and access real-time data on patient outcomes. This data-driven approach facilitates the identification of trends, effectiveness of treatments, and areas needing improvement.

The network’s robust data-sharing platform allows participating centers to contribute and access real-time data on patient outcomes. This data-driven approach facilitates the identification of trends, effectiveness of treatments, and areas needing improvement.

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Collaborative Learning

Quality Improvement Initiatives

Through regular meetings, webinars, and collaborative projects, healthcare providers at Driscoll can learn from their peers nationwide. This shared learning environment encourages the adoption of best practices and innovative treatment methods.

Participation in the network involves engagement in quality improvement (QI) initiatives aimed at enhancing various aspects of patient care. This includes initiatives to reduce hospital readmissions, improve medication management, and ensure timely and accurate diagnoses.

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