OB-GYNs: Praised But Burdened
Obstetricians-gynecologists (OB-GYNs) and their labor and delivery teams are celebrated for delivering new life into the world. Yet most OB-GYNs face at least one malpractice claim during their career. And hospitals have seen a 27% rise in "nuclear verdicts", malpractice awards in the millions of U.S. dollars.
Simulation training has proven to improve outcomes and reduce risk during delivery. It can create a clear path for improvement for labor and delivery teams that will inevitably always face the unpredictable.
Simulation Drives Collaborative Problem-Solving
Applying quality improvement (QI) methods, patient simulation helps obstetric teams work together to identify risks, test solutions, and measure outcomes—all without putting patients at risk.
Teams can run high-risk scenarios, discover system weaknesses, and improve processes, teamwork, and communications. This collaborative approach improves care quality and reduces risk costs.
