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Contagious insights – managing worsening infection rates
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In this episode, another senior medical administrator is confronted with a challenging scenario: how to address high hospital-acquired infection rates. Clinical governance veteran Dr David Rankin speaks with Dr Peter Lowthian, who has worked as a Director of Medical Services and who currently serves on the boards of a large private hospital and the Australasian Cardiac Surgery Research Institution.
The two discuss infection issues, particularly focusing on urinary tract infections in orthopedic wards, emphasizing the importance of data accuracy, involving clinicians in data collection, and individualized data feedback to drive accountability and change.
The discussion delves into the complexities of comparing hospitals and promoting behavioural change among healthcare teams, stressing the significance of addressing infections beyond their cost implications, including patient outcomes and reputation. Additionally, it highlights the need for a multifaceted approach to tackle this issue, involving various healthcare disciplines and utilizing data as a coaching tool rather than a policing mechanism.
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