October 31, 2011

Quality Quest Focuses on Integration of Behavioral Health

We are pleased to present the latest edition of Quality Quest, published by the IHA Quality Care Institute, which is designed to inform, inspire and support hospitals on their journey to provide the highest quality care and patient safety.

This issue's cover article focuses on reducing readmissions and improving quality by integrating behavioral health with primary care. The article explores how Alexian Brothers Health System, Arlington Heights, Blessing Hospital, Quincy, and Trinity Regional Health System, Rock Island, are responding to this critical issue.

Quality Quest also includes information on recently-signed mental health legislation and details about the November 17 conference on implementing a systems approach to "Palliative and Goals of Care."

In conjunction with the publication, we are pleased to offer our latest podcast featuring Alexian Brothers Health System's executives. Click here to hear the podcast.

This newsletter will also be distributed to key federal, state and local legislators and policymakers to showcase the efforts of all Illinois hospitals and our increased efforts to make sure each patient receives the right care at the right time, each and every time.

We look forward to your comments and input.