Module

LMP2390H: Special Topics – Quality Improvement in Translational Research

Credit: 0.25 FCE

Quality improvement (QI) is an impactful tool that enables critical problem-solving, a core competency of the Translational Research Program, to identify barriers in the health system, measure and analyze the barriers, identify and implement interventions, and finally, continuously measure the impact of these interventions. Ultimately, utilizing this tool when applied to healthcare promotes overcoming barriers in the system, utilizing the voice of patients and all involved stakeholders, to create impactful benefits for human health.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the module, students will be able to:

An understanding of the principles of QI and its interconnectivity with translational research.
QI methodologies and frameworks that can be applied to real-world problems in health and medicine, which can be used to support research projects.
Identify current areas for improvement in the Healthcare system and work through QI frameworks and methodologies to frame the problem, collect and analyze data, ideate interventions, and evaluate the impact of these interventions.

Enrollment

Students are required to complete eight modules (0.25FCE each) spread out within 2 years of study.
Students may enroll in modular courses using ACORN.
The modular schedule will be emailed to students prior to the start of each semester.
Modules offered outside of the program are also permitted such as ones offered by the Institute of Medical Science (IMS).