Jonathan B. Kruskal MD, PhD, Presenter: Author, UpToDate, Inc

David B. Larson MD, MBA, Abstract Co-Author: Intellectual property, Cincinnati Children's Hospital

After viewing this exhibit, the viewer will be able to: 1. Describe the required elements of a PQI project 2. Compare requirements for individual and group projects 3. Discuss the spectum of available options for identifying a PQI project 4. Describe the essential steps in initiating, managing, completing and disseminating a PQI project

What is PQI, and what is the PQI project? What are the required elements to meet step IV of the MOC requirements? Group versus individual projects. Using Peer Review as your PQI project. Improvement domains: patient safety, process improvement, professional improvement, customer feedback. Specific analytical tools, references and project examples from each domain. What projects does the RSNA currently facilitate? How can I access and use the RSNA PQI templates?

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Kruskal, J, Larson, D, The Anatomy and Essential Components for a Successful Practice Quality Improvement Project.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14005341.html