Inspired to Change: Improving Patient Care One Story at a Time

Larin, Linda

ISBN 10: 156793613X / ISBN 13: 9781567936131

Published by Ache Learn, 2013

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Synopsis:

While many healthcare administrators and leaders are consumed with data, statistics, and day-to-day operations, it is the personal stories that are often the catalyst for immediate action in the world of healthcare. Inspired to Change presents stories of patient care--both heartbreaking and uplifting--and details the reality and impact of those experiences. The perspectives--written by patients, family members, and professional caregivers alike--describe the stress of illness, the leap of faith required in trusting the provider team, and the frustrations of accepting that breakdowns in care sometimes occur. Viewing healthcare from these vantage points reveals that the gaps in patient care are caused by a variety of factors, including poor hand-offs, miscommunication, and the expectations of patients and families as they navigate among the siloes within the system. And yet, as illustrated in many of the stories, patient care is beginning to change for the better. Story themes include: Reflections of regret The importance of recognizing patients and families as active partners in their care Lessons that were learned--and lessons that need to be taught--by and about being a family member, a patient, an administrator, and a physician Staff who went above and beyond to provide an exceptional experience for patients and their families Inspired to Change focuses on why patient- and family-centered care is important and how professional caregivers must embrace this approach to improve clinical outcomes and the patient and family experience. Each chapter begins with a synopsis of opportunities for improvement that can help transform and redesign the healthcare delivery model of the future. Each chapter concludes with lessons learned, useful resources, and recommended reading for improving the delivery of patient care.

About the Author: Linda Larin, FACHE, FACCA, is the chief administrative officer of the Samuel and Jean Frankel Cardiovascular Center at the University of Michigan Health System. She has held this position for 13 years and has served as a healthcare leader for nearly 20 years. She is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, a fellow of the American College of Cardiovascular Administrators (ACCA), and the 2013 chair of the American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA). She is the former treasurer of AAMA and former president of ACCA. In 2006, Larin received the GE Healthcare Award of Excellence as the ACCA's national cardiovascular administrator of the year.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Inspired to Change: Improving Patient Care ...
Publisher: Ache Learn
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket