Assess the role of external quality registries in driving clinical excellence with the MHS.
Highlight the importance of Leapfrog Safety Grades in benchmarking and improving safety outcomes.
Examine the integration of Barcode Medication Administration to enhance patient safety and meet national standards.
Review trends in patient safety indicators and the implications for military healthcare quality improvement.
Explore the strategic application of genomics and precision medicine to optimize readiness and care delivery.
The Military Health System (MHS) is a comprehensive health system that provides care to 9.6 million active-duty military personnel, retirees, and their families. This session features in-depth discussions on the establishment of standardized protocols, the use of essential quality and safety measures (using both internal and independent, external organizations); the integration of technologies to improve care delivered to remote and medically underserved communities; and the establishment of centers of excellence for patients and provider reach-back. The session will underscore the opportunity for collaborative efforts between military and civilian health systems to support both readiness needs and manage clinically complex cases worldwide.