Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, hosted the 3rd International Conference on Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety which was organized by the National Quality of Care Network (NQOCN). The conference aimed to bring healthcare leaders, policymakers, and experts from around the world under one roof to discuss and advance strategies for enhancing healthcare quality and patient safety.
The conference was graced by several distinguished guests, including Punya Salila Shrivastava, Secretary, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India; Air Marshall Rajesh Vaidya, Director General Medical Services (Air); Lt. Gen. Dr. Daljit Singh, Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services; Dr. Girdhar Gyani, Director General, Association of Healthcare Providers (India); and Dr. Atul Kochar, CEO, NABH.
Punya Salila Shrivastava, Secretary, Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India said, "I am deeply honored to be here at this prestigious conference, my first event after joining the Health Ministry. Improving quality and patient safety is not just close to my heart but is also a priority for the entire government. The Government of India is committed to transforming healthcare under Ayushman Bharat, with over 1.74 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs providing comprehensive services across rural and urban areas. However, the real challenge now is ensuring quality. I encourage everyone here to continue striving towards a high-quality, low-cost healthcare system, as we move towards a healthier India. With your support, I'm confident that we can make a significant difference in improving patient safety and healthcare outcomes across the nation."
The event was marked by the release of the conference souvenir and a compendium of selected publications on quality improvement by NQOCN networked teams. A white paper was also presented post a roundtable meeting on economics, demand, and quality for cost-effective care. The two-day conference featured a series of workshops, presentations, and discussions aimed at fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement in healthcare delivery.
Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, continues to stand at the forefront of healthcare quality and patient safety, dedicated to advancing these vital aspects through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.
