Comments for Supporting Safer Healthcare

Comment on Walking Over the Hudson by Rita Schwab

Rita Schwab — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:44:36 +0000

Thanks for your comments. As an aside, I had to wait a while for the bridge shot in this post. There were quite a few people walking, riding bikes, etc., and I wanted to be able to capture some of the length of the structure.

It is a popular spot, and deservedly so!

Comment on Walking Over the Hudson by Nancy Lutz

Nancy Lutz — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:13:48 +0000

I echo Fred’s sentiments! It’s especially popular with bikers, and skateboarders and roller bladers, too! Check out http://www.DutchessTourism.com if you’re planning a visit to the the Hudson Valley!

Comment on Walking Over the Hudson by Fred Schaeffer

Fred Schaeffer — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:20:28 +0000

I was happy to see the Walkway mentioned in connection with health care. I was a prime mover in the Walkway project and thought its health benefits was an important reason for doing it, not just economic development, historic preservation etc. If you or your organization have any suggestions for maximizing its potential for good health and fighting obesity I would love to receive them. Fred Schaeffer, Immediate Past Chairman of Walkway Over the Hudson

Comment on Credentialing – A Frustrated Physician’s Perspective by Rita Schwab

Rita Schwab — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:16:01 +0000

Marie,

You’re right, I think sometimes hospitals (and patients) do expect physicians to be perfect, and I can only imagine how much pressure that puts on all of you.

As for references saying anything with immunity, that is somewhat true, as it is imperative that hospital leaders get the whole story on physicans they are considering for privileges. Patients (and that’s all of us at some point) need to know that the credentials and character of the people taking care of them have been investigated.

However, I will tell you that having been on the receiving end of reference letters for twenty years, it’s rare to get one that is overly negative. In general, physicians want to praise their colleagues not criticize them. On those rare occasions when a negative reference is received, experienced credentialers and physician leaders never take it at face value. We investigate, knowing that on occasion references have their own issues.

So don’t get discouraged – we need doctors!

Comment on Credentialing – A Frustrated Physician’s Perspective by Marie

Marie — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:20:05 +0000

Hospitals expect Providers to be perfect.
It’s too much pressure. We’re only human.
All of us have made mistakes in patient care, but we’re treated like it was our intent to harm.
References can say anthing they want with full immunity and it’s taken as the truth. We have no recourse when our reputations are harmed.
It needs to change.

Comment on When Tempers Flare by George Anderson

George Anderson — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:40:52 +0000

It may be difficult to implement the tips made in this article. The JCAHO Sentinel Alert of January, 2009 relative to “disruptive physician” behavior mandates specific policy for all Health Care Organizations.

All intervention programs must begin with a comprehensive assessment followed by coaching or small group classes to address “disrutive behavior”. Post Tests are also mandated.

Comment on Healthcare Risk Management Week by ishealth1

ishealth1 — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 19:23:36 +0000

Healthcare Risk Management Week is a Great article! I agree with this post! Informative and it gives awareness to readers. Thanks for sharing!

Comment on Anesthesia Contract Change Puts Pressure on Credentialing by Los Angeles Secondary Rhinoplasty

Los Angeles Secondary Rhinoplasty — Fri, 28 May 2010 13:34:20 +0000

The job of an anesthetist is highly crucial and thus the pressure on selecting of a new anesthesia group. This is quite an interesting posting no doubt. I think stringent checking of credentials needs to be done for selection of medical professionals.

Comment on Looking For A Few Good Hospital Blogs? by sildenafil

sildenafil — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:13:27 +0000

Thanks mate, it is important that it dictates that it should be very intoaccount which hospitals are good and which not, we must take account of medical negligence that have existed in the hospital or not … but even so my thanks net

Comment on Medical Staff Services Manager – Required Skills? by Diane McEntire

Diane McEntire — Mon, 24 May 2010 21:26:58 +0000

I just took on a new role as director of operations for a small (200) provider group practice (Provider owned) with this I have 7 clinic managers reporting to me. Most of them have grown up within the system. My gut tells me that 2 out of the 7 may keep their jobs the others are in over their heads. Is there any skills testing for clinic managers that I can utilize to measure where they are all at? I want to make sure I understand the areas for additional training are and help them get the training needed within a defined timeline.
Thoughts?