Quality Improvement (QI) provides healthcare teams with a structured approach to improving the delivery of healthcare. This can include making healthcare processes and services safer, more efficient or improving patient care.
Key aspects of QI include
- Focus on Patient Care:
- Aims to improve patient safety, the effectiveness of services and best management of available resources.
- A Systematic Process:
- Using measurable data to identify problems and test solutions to improve healthcare outcomes.
- Team-Oriented:
- Requires a whole team approach with all members contributing to the improvement process.
Supporting Practices through Quality Improvement
Quality Improvement (QI) in General Practice is about supporting teams to deliver safer, more effective, and patient-centred care. In Northern Ireland, practices have already engaged with a range of QI initiatives, from structured teaching sessions and bitesize webinars to collaborative projects that share learning and practical tools.
We would love for those interested in developing their understanding and application of Quality Improvement to make contact with their local QI Facilitator to support their improvement journey.
QI Resources Hub
Start your own QI Project with out QI Toolkits
QI Facilitator Role
Learn More About QI Facilitators in Northern Ireland
Get Involved
Get in touch to connect with our QI team