Elmira Hassanzadeh MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Khalid Walid Shaqdan MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Shima Aran MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Hani H. Abujudeh MD, MBA, Abstract Co-Author: Research Grant, Bracco Group Consultant, RCG HealthCare Consulting Author, Oxford University Press

The purpose of this exhibit is: 1. To define performance indicators(PIs) and to introduce Donabedian’s model for quality assessment 2. To demonstrate the 7 steps of developing PIs 3. To learn how stakeholders influence the process of choosing performance indicators 4. To discuss the strategic area in radiology practice, that should be evaluated in priority by using performance indicators  5. To review the main characteristics of key performance indicators(KPIs) and their usefulness in health care improvement 6. To give examples of potential radiology specific KPIs 7. To discuss the optimal quantity and radio of PI and KPI s for radiology practice 8. To describe best ways of implementation and interpretation of KPIs in radiology department  

• Performance indicators: definition and types • Seven steps to develop performance indicators • Key performance indicators • Potential key performance indicators in radiology • Potential pitfalls in utilization and implementation of indicators  

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Hassanzadeh, E, Shaqdan, K, Aran, S, Abujudeh, H, Key Performance Indicators in Radiology.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14003738.html