A small postoperative change in how patients who have undergone bariatric surgery at the University of Florida are treated has produced improvements in comfort and safety, highlighting the Department of Surgery’s emphasis on constant quality improvement. Zachary Johnson, PharmD, BCPS; Gwendolynn Cripsell, M.S.N, R.N., C.B.N.; Sekina Roberts, M.S.N, R.N.,…
A quality project at the University of Florida Department of Surgery is working to improve eligibility for reconstructive breast surgery in cancer patients. Jennifer Fieber, M.D., a clinical assistant professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology, said nicotine use represents a significant barrier to reconstructive surgery. “Complication rates from…
Data-driven care is an essential component of improving patient outcomes. Nobody knows that better than Benjamin Jacobs, M.D., an assistant professor of surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery and the assistant chair for performance improvement. Benjamin Jacobs, M.D. His team’s commitment to quality improvement culminated in national recognition…
The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has been hard at work advancing its quality metrics as it focuses on improving patient experiences and outcomes for the services it provides, from cranioplasty to breast reconstruction surgery. “There are many factors to examine when looking at outcomes,” said Kaylan…
The UF Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy is pleased to announce its outstanding score in the 2018 VQI Participation Awards. The Vascular Quality Initiative, or VQI, is a multidisciplinary group of physicians, data managers and quality professionals who collect clinical data on vascular patients to improve care. Participating…
A UF Health systemwide quality improvement initiative aims to simplify discharge instructions that patients receive before they leave the hospital. The after-visit summary, or AVS, is designed to provide patients with information about their stay or surgical procedure, how to care for themselves after discharge, and who to call if…
