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Andrea D Lopes Sauers1, Eric L Sauers1, Alison R Snyder Valier1
1Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Arizona School of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Mesa.
Journal of Athletic Training
|November 11, 2017
Summary
Quality improvement (QI) enhances patient care in athletic training by ensuring safe, effective, and affordable services. Implementing QI strategies is crucial for demonstrating the value of athletic trainers and advancing the profession.
Area of Science:
- Athletic Training
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Quality Improvement (QI) is fundamental to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare, encompassing safety, timeliness, effectiveness, efficiency, equity, and patient-centeredness.
- The application of QI principles within athletic health care settings remains limited, despite its recognized importance in broader healthcare contexts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define Quality Improvement (QI) in healthcare and articulate its necessity.
- To outline methods for measuring healthcare quality.
- To present a practical case study of QI implementation in athletic training.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of QI in healthcare, including its historical evolution and foundational principles.
- Exploration of various QI tools and methodologies designed to drive quality initiatives.
- Presentation of common QI initiatives and their application within athletic training.
Main Results:
- Widespread engagement in QI efforts is essential for the athletic training profession's growth and for establishing the value of its services.
- QI practice enables athletic trainers to measure patient outcomes and enhance the quality and affordability of care.
- Integrating QI strategies can significantly advance athletic health care and the profession.
Conclusions:
- Athletic training must embrace Quality Improvement (QI) to ensure high-quality, affordable patient care and professional advancement.
- QI implementation provides a framework for athletic trainers to measure and improve patient outcomes.
- Adopting QI is vital for the continued growth and recognized value of the athletic training profession.
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