Process Improvement in Heart Failure, An Issue of Heart Failure Clinics (Volume 16-4) (The Clinics: Internal Medicine, Volume 16-4)

By Clyde Yancy MD, Kannan Mutharasan MD FACC
This issue of Heart Failure Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Clyde W. Yancy and R. Kannan Mutharasan, will cover Process Improvement in Heart Failure. This issue is one of four issues selected each year by our series consulting editor, Dr. Eduardo Bossone. Topics discussed in this issue will include: Approaching Process Improvement, Identifying Heart Failure Patients, Predicting High-risk Patients and High-Risk Outcomes in Heart Failure, Selecting the Correct Target for Improvement in Heart Failure Care and Improving Adherence, Empowering Patients Living with Heart Failure with Social Media and Technology, Transitioning Heart Failure Patients to Outpatient Care, Innovating Outpatient Processes of Care and Anticipating Complex Care Algorithms, Addressing Co-morbidities in Heart Failure, Systematizing Heart Failure Population Health, Defragmenting Heart Failure Care, and Adapting to the Payment Landscape.

The Heart Failure Clinics issue on Process Improvement is a must-read for any healthcare professional working in the field of heart failure. Guest edited by Drs. Clyde W. Yancy and R. Kannan Mutharasan, this issue presents a comprehensive guide to approaching process improvement, identifying heart failure patients, predicting high-risk outcomes, selecting the correct target for improvement, empowering patients, and transitioning heart failure patients to outpatient care.

Heart failure is on the rise, with an estimated 6.5 million Americans living with the condition and 1 million new cases diagnosed each year. It is a complex and often debilitating condition that places a significant burden on patients, families, and healthcare systems. Therefore, it is crucial to find ways to improve the care and outcomes of heart failure patients.

This issue of Heart Failure Clinics provides readers with the tools and strategies they need to do just that. The authors draw on their own experiences, as well as the latest research and best practices, to offer practical advice and guidance on how to improve processes, workflows, patient outcomes, and population health.

One of the key themes that runs throughout the issue is the importance of data-driven decision making. The authors emphasize the use of data to identify high-risk patients and outcomes, track progress, and measure the impact of interventions. They also stress the need for collaboration and teamwork, both within healthcare organizations and across different settings and specialties.

Another important topic covered in this issue is the role of technology in improving heart failure care. The authors discuss the use of social media, mobile apps, telehealth, and other digital tools to empower patients, improve communication between providers and patients, and enhance self-management.

Overall, this issue of Heart Failure Clinics provides a wealth of information and insights for healthcare professionals looking to optimize the care and outcomes of heart failure patients. Whether you are a cardiologist, nurse, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider, you will find something of value in these pages.

I highly recommend this issue to anyone working in the field of heart failure. It is well-written, thoroughly researched, and packed with practical tips and advice. If you are a healthcare professional looking to improve the care and outcomes of your heart failure patients, you need to read this issue.

Ordering the book is easy and straightforward. Simply click on the link provided in the description and follow the prompts. Within minutes, you will have access to this valuable resource and all the information it contains. With its practical tips, real-world examples, and data-driven insights, this issue is a must-have for anyone working to improve heart failure care. Don’t miss out – order your copy today!

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier (September 24, 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323755526
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323755528