As the healthcare environment evolves, the functions of the medical staff services department (MSSD) change to meet the needs of the hospital and...Read More »
Since June 2018, the medical staff services department at Indiana University (IU) Health Bloomington Hospital has conducted a well-received new...Read More »
Creating an agenda for new provider orientation ensures that providers meet with the proper people and departments and spend an adequate amount of time with each service before being thrown into the thick of treating patients. This sample agenda was created by Indiana University (IU) Health...
The medical staff services department doesn’t assess practitioners’ competence, but MSPs can ensure that the organized medical staff has the...Read More »
Calling all provider enrollment specialists and professionals—We want to hear from you! Join us for a focus group call on Thursday, August 29 at...Read More »
Sometimes well-intentioned medical staff leaders limit their effectiveness by confusing disruptive behavior with impairment. If an underlying...Read More »
A growing body of research shows a diverse medical workforce benefits patient care and the learning environment for physician trainees, says Lahia...Read More »
When granting temporary privileges, organizations should have policies that clearly outline their pre-established criteria. Although expediting the process is important, MSPs must ensure that each practitioner’s current clinical competence is verified to protect patient safety and avoid...
