GI Unit Leadership: (Re)Starting Your Quality Program (Virtual only) | February 2023-Presentation 8 Case Based Interactive Discussion

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In this video, a discussion is held regarding two cases related to quality improvement in hospital endoscopy units. In case number one, it is noted that a hospital endoscopy unit has poorer colonoscopy prep scores and a higher rate of repeated colonoscopies compared to their affiliated ambulatory surgery center (ASC). The team discusses possible factors contributing to these differences, such as the patient population and social determinants of health. Suggestions are made to visit the ASC, analyze their practices, involve the entire team from schedulers to physicians, and develop an action plan for improvement.<br /><br />In case number two, the focus is on a physician with a consistently low adenoma detection rate (ADR) of 16%. The team discusses the challenges of sharing performance data and potential biases. Methods to address the issue are suggested, such as discussing expectations with the physician, implementing techniques to improve ADR, evaluating bowel prep quality, and considering individual circumstances. The team emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and ongoing evaluation to achieve quality improvement goals.<br /><br />The video provides insights into addressing quality improvement issues in hospital endoscopy units and highlights the importance of teamwork, communication, and data analysis in developing effective strategies. No specific credits are mentioned in the video.

Keywords

quality improvement

hospital endoscopy units

colonoscopy prep scores

repeated colonoscopies

physician

teamwork

communication