USA Health became one of nine healthcare systems to win the 2024 Human Experience (HX) Achievement Award for SSER® Reduction, achieving a 73% reduction in its system-level serious safety event rate.
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In this issue, you’ll meet Ocean Kelly, who was born with a rare genetic disorder; hear from leaders in medical education and student affairs at the Whiddon College of Medicine; learn about menopause care available at USA Health; and celebrate with Providence employees as they joined the health system.
Several events are scheduled this week to recognize the advanced practice providers in various departments and specialties throughout the health system.
Trained technicians can help determine if children are in the right seat for their age and size, and they can explain the importance of registering car seats with manufacturers, so owners can be notified when and if there is a recall.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) advises men to begin annual screenings starting at age 50 for those who are at average risk, or age 45 for men who are considered high risk.
“I wanted to stay on the Gulf Coast, and I really love working with students and residents,” said Carly McRae, M.D., who is also an assistant professor of emergency medicine at the Whiddon College of Medicine. “Staying at USA was a very natural choice for me!”
She has led multiple clinical trials related to antivirals and is extensively published in peer-reviewed journals. She currently serves as editor of infectious diseases for Scientific Reports, the fifth most-cited journal in the world.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the March of Dimes, which helps to support and fund programs and equipment for premature newborns who spend time in the level III neonatal intensive care unit and small baby unit at Children’s & Women’s Hospital.
Alabama’s Perinatal Quality Collaborative is a network of stakeholders that aims to improve pregnancy and infant outcomes through identifying and quickly improving problems through implementation of research-based best practices.
With the speed of innovation and changes in healthcare, there is a strong need for physicians to become lifelong learners. Coaching helps participants become self-directed learners and foster personal and professional growth and development.
Embrace the beauty and stillness of fall and allow these mindfulness practices to enrich your experience of the season!
Shelia Ross, DNP, collected pouring pitchers as she referred to beautiful vessels from around the world. Shelia poured into everything and everyone. May we all allow Shelia’s seeds of dedication to serving the world to bloom and grow in our lives.
September specials for employees include discounts on treatments and savings on skin care procedures and products. Please be sure to bring your employee badge to receive the discount.
