Hospitals often use national rankings to measure progress, but UTMB took it a step further—turning insights from the Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking into a blueprint for transformation with a goal to rank among the top performing academic medical centers in the U.S. by improving quality, safety and patient experience.
Here's how they did it: ✔️ Engaged staff through storytelling, education, and shared goals ✔️ Launched the "Journey to Zero" initiative to eliminate patient safety events ✔️ Implemented real-time audits & best practices to reduce infections ✔️ Standardized communication using AIDET to improve patient experience ✔️ Used dedicated data analysts to track trends and guide improvements
The Results? 📈 UTMB jumped into the top 10 in just one year—and has consistently ranked among the top academic medical centers since. For UTMB, it's not just about rankings—it’s about delivering the best care possible. Their journey continues, setting a high bar for quality and patient-centered care. https://viz.inc/42nTdph
In today's fast-changing healthcare environment, integrating quality metrics with growth insights is crucial for healthcare organizations to enhance outcomes, streamline resource utilization and broaden access to care.
Here's what's needed for sustainable healthcare success: ▪ Align quality performance with market growth opportunities ▪ Integrate clinical and strategic data for smarter decision-making ▪ Optimize care delivery by addressing vulnerabilities and enhancing capacity
🔗 Learn more about navigating quality and growth to drive lasting improvements: https://viz.inc/3RxPhNq
➡️ Join our upcoming #VizientWebinar on Apr 30, 2025: How aligning forecasting & quality can help systems on the path to growth. https://lnkd.in/gmJUMXYk
Strong partnerships are crucial to delivering exceptional care in hospitals, outpatient settings, long-term care, and at home. It's no longer just about pricing and quality—it’s about strategic alliances that drive better outcomes.
"Supplier relationships are the backbone of organizational success, serving as the pillars that support growth and prosperity. By fostering shared accountabilities, setting clear expectations, and practicing effective cost management, organizations can build a sturdy foundation for mutual trust and influence," said Tom Lubotsky, Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Allina Health.
Dive into our Vizient guidebook for more on strengthening supplier-provider relationships ➡ https://viz.inc/3FVRnnR
