Advancing Healthcare Improvement:
Equity, Innovation, Community and the future of QIPS

The morning agenda provided the community with a selection of topics that included themes such as broadening the understanding of harm, which emphasized the need to view patient harm beyond the physical, delving into emotional, psychological, and cultural dimensions to enhance safety and learning; tackling healthcare inequities, which introduced a novel framework to address disparities at every stage of quality improvement initiatives, equipping participants with practical strategies; and a talk focused on building an innovation mindset, encouraging healthcare professionals to adopt design and systems thinking to navigate the complexities of post-pandemic transformation. Additionally, a session with 4 groups of abstract posters presenters who shared their inspiring projects rounded off the morning.

The afternoon sessions offered insight into relevant issues in QIPS. In the Hot Topics in Quality and Safety session, moderators explored the latest research and concepts shaping the field over the past year, sparking engaging discussions. Additionally, key topics were explored such as research methodologies, that highlight the interplay between qualitative and quantitative approaches, providing actionable insights through real-world case studies; addressing the environmental impact of healthcare; and issues of burnout and disconnection, working through strategies to strengthen workplace engagement and foster meaningful connections among healthcare professionals.