Program Summary

Program Summary
Participants will gain an understanding of the new 2008 Joint Commission Medical Staff standards and the requirements for credentialing and privileging for all licensed independent practitioners. Discussions will focus on peer review within the credentialing process and innovative approaches for processing medical staff applications.

The program will focus on the physician’s leadership role with the National Patient Safety Goals, performance improvement and medication management.  Elements of performance related to information management, provision of care and patient rights will be presented.  Related medical staff focused standards will also be addressed.