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Reflections on the Canadian MORE(OB) obstetrical risk management programme.
J K Milne1, David E Walker, Dean Vlahaki
1Salus Global Corporation, 717 Richmond Street, Suite 200, London, Ontario N6A1S2, Canada. kmilne@sogc.com
The MORE(OB) Programme, launched in 2002, significantly improved patient safety in Canadian obstetrics. Its success led to national expansion and international reach through Salus Global Corporation.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Patient Safety
- Obstetrics
Background:
- The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada established a patient safety program in 2001.
- The program, MORE(OB) Programme, aimed to enhance safety in Canadian hospital obstetric units.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement and evaluate the MORE(OB) Programme in Canadian hospitals.
- To assess the program's impact on patient safety performance in obstetrics.
Main Methods:
- The MORE(OB) Programme was piloted in Canadian hospitals starting May 2002.
- By mid-2004, 33 pilot sites were implemented, followed by a national launch in autumn 2004.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation and expansion of the MORE(OB) Programme across Canada.
- Formation of Salus Global Corporation in 2007 facilitated program growth and diversification.
Conclusions:
- The MORE(OB) Programme effectively improved patient safety in obstetrics.
- Collaboration through Salus Global Corporation enabled program expansion and innovation beyond obstetrics.
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