Quality by Design

A Clinical Microsystems Approach

Marjorie M. Godfrey, Tina C. Foster, Julie K. Johnson , Eugene C. Nelson

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Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
11 February 2025

Medicine: general issues

The latest edition of the bestselling text on quality improvement in health care, providing powerful theoretical frameworks and principles, valuable tools and techniques, and a proven action-learning program

Now in its second edition, Quality By Design contains an evidence and practice based strategy for teaching and practicing the clinical microsystem approach across all levels of health care organizations. Overall, the microsystem approach continues to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of healthcare organizations. Ongoing research, the development of updated models, and innovative applications across diverse settings demonstrate the approach’s potential to transform healthcare delivery and improve outcomes for patients and staff alike.

This innovative volume provides research and practical results based on the original high-performing clinical microsystems research conducted at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. Quality By Design, Second Edition, advances clinical microsystem theory and practice with new material and updates:

New in the Second Edition:

Global Impact: The microsystem approach has gained traction internationally, with healthcare organizations and universities in various countries successfully adapting and implementing the approach in specific healthcare cultural and contextual nuances. Real-world case studies showcase the microsystem approach’s success across diverse healthcare settings. Patient-Centered Care: Emphasis on coproduction of care, where patients and families are active partners in improvement Meeting Standards: Guidance on using the microsystem framework including effective meeting skills to ensure productivity and value of meetings. Team Coaching: Team Coaching case studies demonstrate its effectiveness in empowering frontline teams and improving their capabilities. Simultaneously, insights into multi-level leadership guide horizontal and vertical integration efforts for organizational success. Workforce Development and Well-being: Updated strategies for interprofessional education and development early in a career and throughout a career to learn to provide care and improve care is included System-Wide Improvement: New models and insights underscores the importance of integrating micro, meso, and macro systems to create a cohesive and efficient healthcare system. This involves aligning goals, processes, and communication across different levels of the organization. Data-Driven Decision Making: Strategies for building information-rich environments and leveraging data at all levels including key measurement and change management techniques. Patient Safety and Reliability: A personal case study offers a fresh perspective on error prevention and improving reliability Action Guide: An updated guide to accelerating improvement in clinical mesosystems. Remember: Successful implementation of the microsystem approach requires a long-term commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and adaptation. By fostering a culture of improvement and empowering staff at all levels, organizations can harness the power of microsystems to achieve their quality and safety goals.

This expanded edition solidifies Quality by Design as an indispensable resource for anyone committed to transforming healthcare through the power of microsystems.

Edited by: Marjorie M. Godfrey, Tina C. Foster, Julie K. Johnson, Eugene C. Nelson, Paul B. Batalden
Imprint: Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 188mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 771g
ISBN: 9781119218692
ISBN 10: 1119218691
Pages: 560
Publication Date: 11 February 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Marjorie M. Godfrey, PhD, MS, BSN, FAAN, Founding Executive Director, the Institute for Excellence in Health and Social Systems, Research Professor, Department of Nursing, University of New Hampshire. Affiliate Professor Jönköping University, Jönköping Sweden. Previously Founding Co-Director Dartmouth Institute Microsystem Academy, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College. Tina C. Foster, MD, MPH, MSc, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Community and Family Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Professor of The Dartmouth Institute, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Previously Co-Director Dartmouth Institute Microsystem Academy, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College. Julie K. Johnson, MSPH, PhD, Professor Department of Surgery and Center for Healthcare Studies Northwestern University Eugene C. Nelson, DSc, MPH, Professor of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, and The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. Director of Population Health and Measurement, The Dartmouth Institute. Paul B. Batalden, MD, Professor Emeritus, The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College.

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