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Surgical quality improvement is driven by data surveillance and standardized processes and systems
The second comprehensive literature review on the underlying principles for the ACS Quality Verification Program looks at processes for identification and resolution of quality improvement issues
Key Takeaways
The basis of the ACS Quality Verification Program rests on 12 standards; all of which are being reviewed in the medical literature to demonstrate evidence for the program.
Five principles key in on the role of data surveillance, standardized process, and systems; all are interrelated.
The most robust evidence has been identified around the standards for data and use of data.
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Key takeaways
The basis of the ACS Quality Verification Program rests on 12 standards; all of which are being reviewed in the medical literature to demonstrate evidence for the program.
Five principles key in on the role of data surveillance, standardized process, and systems; all are interrelated.
The most robust evidence has been identified around the standards for data and use of data.
CHICAGO (April 30, 2021): Evidence from the medical literature that contributes to adopting a new practice into clinical care is integral for surgical quality improvement. Part II of a comprehensive review of five key principles of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Quality Verification Program demonstrates the role of data surveillance and standardized processes and systems to identify problems and impr
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ACS has verified first hospital in nation that meets its standardized quality criteria for geriatric surgery
Unity Hospital achieves verification from the American College of Surgeons Geriatric Surgery Verification Program to provide quality surgical care for older adults
CHICAGO (February 26, 2021): The American College of Surgeons Geriatric Surgery Verification Program (ACS GSV) has announced that Unity Hospital, Rochester, N.Y., has achieved Level 1 Comprehensive Excellence verification status, which recognizes its commitment to providing optimal care for its older adult surgical patients by meeting the GSV’s program standards. These standards ensure that older adults facing surgery receive care under a multidisciplinary program with quality improvement and safety processes, data collection, and appropriate resources provided to them as patients at the hospital.