CARF International announced that WellStar Kennestone Hospital has been accredited for a period of three years for its Inpatient Rehabilitation Program: Hospital, Adults; and its Inpatient Rehabilitation Program: Hospital, Stroke Specialty Program. This is the sixth consecutive, three-year accreditation that the international accrediting body has awarded to Kennestone.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
60 Never Looked So Good – Kennestone Hospital Celebrates Milestone in June
In June, WellStar Kennestone Hospital will mark 60 years of providing world-class healthcare to our community. The hospital opened June 12, 1950, with 105 beds, 80 employees and 28 physicians. Today, Kennestone is licensed for 633 beds, has more than 4,000 employees and 800 medical staff coming onto the campus throughout the week.
Physician Satisfaction at WellStar Kennestone Hospital (Part 2 of the Series)
Robert Jansen, M.D., VP of Medical Affairs
As we draw near the Medical Staff Engagement Survey, I would like to update you on Kennestone’s active involvement to continue improvements based on survey feedback and how we are aligning our efforts with Dr. Stephen C. Beeson’s book Engaging Physicians.
As we draw near the Medical Staff Engagement Survey, I would like to update you on Kennestone’s active involvement to continue improvements based on survey feedback and how we are aligning our efforts with Dr. Stephen C. Beeson’s book Engaging Physicians.
Save the Date: Orthopaedics for the Primary Care Physician
Saturday, May 1, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Marietta Conference Center
Who should attend?
Primary Care Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners & RNs
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Marietta Conference Center
Who should attend?
Primary Care Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners & RNs
April and May Meetings
For a complete list of each hospitals' committee/department meetings, click "Read more>>."
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
WellStar Focuses on Physician Satisfaction
The 2009 Physician Satisfaction Survey revealed a need for improvement in the ease of care, overall patient care and strengthened relationships between physicians and hospital leadership.
WellStar Medical Group President Named
Nursing Leadership Announcement
Quantum Radiology: Physician-to-Physician Line
Based on feedback from referring physicians, Quantum Radiology has instituted a dedicated Physician to Physician Line to streamline contact with our sub-specialized radiologists. By calling 404-WE X-RAY1 (404.939.7291), physicians are able to connect with specific radiologists or a sub-specialty radiologist. The phone line is currently available between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Physician Leadership Academy Coming in May
WellStar’s Organizational Learning Department has partnered with the Coles School of Business at Kennesaw State University to offer physicians and advanced practitioners a certificate course. The course will build leadership and communication skills along with improved business acumen. Participants can expect to learn skills that will be immediately useful in their medical staff roles, as well as in their interaction with team members and patients.
Douglas Lundy, M.D. Presents on Trauma Efforts in Haiti
Douglas Lundy, M.D., of Resurgens Orthopaedics, presented a CME opportunity for WellStar Medical Staff and Advanced Practitioners on Friday, March 2. His presentation titled, “Trauma Surgery in the Field – The Medical Response to the Earthquake in Haiti,” covered his experiences from his time in Haiti following the devastating earthquake. Physician Published in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Journal
William D. Lyday II, M.D., with Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, was published in the April 2009 issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Lyday is the lead physician on the statement for "Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett’s esophagus: outcomes of 429 patients from a multicenter community practice registry."
Welcome New Medical Staff Members
For a complete list of new Medical Staff and Advanced Practitioners, click "Read More."
Patient Satisfaction
According to a recent study in the Journal of Healthcare Management, patient satisfaction is a critical part of the quality outcomes for patients. Quality is often measured with structure, process and outcomes. Outcomes include such traditional measures as mortality, morbidity and functional improvements. Patient satisfaction is also part of this dimension.
Supply and Equipment Analysis
WellStar’s Value Analysis and Purchasing teams have provided the most recent cost-saving initiative through Opportunities 2010.
News from Enterprise Health Information Management - Transcription Services
In February, WellStar implemented improved fax distribution capabilities for transcribed reports reports (H&Ps, Operative Reports, Consults, Discharge Summaries, etc.)** via the Webmedx fax solution. This technology enhancement provides us with two options: 1) author copy and 2) cc copy which will assure that all physicians (within and outside of WellStar) receive a copy of a transcribed report when the dictating physician has requested one. Physicians can opt-in or out of receiving fax copies of reports.
WellStar Cobb Hospital Builds Rehabilitation Team
Recent recruiting efforts have resulted in the hiring of three new physical therapists for WellStar Cobb Hospital’s Rehab Department. With the addition of two Physical Therapists (PTs) in acute care, the department will now be staffed with six full-time PTs.
WellStar Kennestone Hospital’s “Purple Paper People” or Clinical Documentation Specialists
Word has spread quickly and physicians are referring to WellStar Kennestone’s Clinical Documentation Specialists as the “Purple Paper People.” The group’s new program went live in December 2009. Team members, comprised of RNs in backgrounds such as ED, medical/surgical, PACU, orthopaedics, ICU/CCU, telemetry, OR, neuro-surgical ICU and more, include: Jill Czigans, Kellie Klus, Melissa Graham, Leontanette McDowell, Lise Tassy, Shamina Tate and Kristine Tully.
Physician Satisfaction at WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Robert Jansen, M.D., VP of Medical Affairs
With the winter season well underway, the forthcoming warm weather and spring season are a welcome thought. Spring also brings us toward our annual Physician Satisfaction Survey and the opportunity for you, as a provider, to share your feedback. Our hope is that you will participate, encourage others to participate and use this opportunity to reflect on the progress we have made since the 2009 survey.
With the winter season well underway, the forthcoming warm weather and spring season are a welcome thought. Spring also brings us toward our annual Physician Satisfaction Survey and the opportunity for you, as a provider, to share your feedback. Our hope is that you will participate, encourage others to participate and use this opportunity to reflect on the progress we have made since the 2009 survey.
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