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This is so KEWL!! It did make me smile, and it made me cry too - I just lost my FIL to prostate cancer. Talk about a group that needs to have some fun with awareness! We need a blue glove dance too! (light blue is the ribbon color for prostate can...
I'm celebrating the Sharp End today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog, with this post featuring the staff of Providence St. Vincent Hospital in Portland, Oregon. It'll make you smile!
Thanks for Reading -
DK
Thought I'd post a gentle reminder of our place in the healthcare universe as debate beings in Washington this week. I hate to sound cynical, but...
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I get inquiries every week from writers with something to say about patient safety. Today, I published a guest post from Jennifer Johnson, a nurse practioner who writes for an educational website.
I do accept guest posts for the HealthCare PSI Bl...
Today I wrote this post on the common healthcare industry practice of not telling patients if they have been the victims of preventable medical errors. This is a hot button issue for me, and it should be for every activist here at Wego. It drives ...
If you've been following the CT scan radiation overdose story out of Cedars-Sinai, then this latest development is probably not new to you. For those who haven't heard, Cedars-Sinai subjected some 260 CT scan patients to dangerous levels of radiat...
Hey fellow healthcare activists! I've been following the story of wrong site surgeries at Rhode Island Hospital; the state finally took action this week, but will it make any difference? I'd love your take. You can read what I wrote on the subject...
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog (also in my left sidebar here on Wego!) about the Joint Commission's latest greatest idea to combat H1N1 and other communicable germs. I was not impressed. However, I would love your take on thi...
I wrote a post today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog about the steps one US company has implemented to combat the deadly menace of HAIs (hospital acquired infections.) Kimberly-Clark, the maker of Huggies, Scott towels and a host of other househol...
Short but sweet post, DK! Thanks for sharing the grades - I'm new to my area (Berkeley) and so being able to see what hospitals in the area are ranked is good information for me!
Heads up, guys. HealthGrades new hospital ratings for Fall 2010 are out. The hospitals in my area did LOUSY, as usual, which is why I'm now bloggin' about patient safety. I've posted the link to the report here on the HealthCare PSI Blog. Hope you...
Hubby and I got the regular shot three weeks ago. I have mild asthma and he had severe bronchitis this summer, still has a cough. Hubby is extremely healthy, but had five surgeries earlier this year after February's horrific bicycling accident. Do...
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- In the online health communities I participate in, I'm:
- a Broadcaster (Getting the word out)
- The online health resource I contribute to most frequently is:
- http://aflyoverblog.typepad.com/healthcare_psi_blog/
- This site is:
- my blog
- Another place where I contribute is:
- http://twitter.com/HealthCarePSI
- Which is:
- my twitter
- You can also find me at:
- http://aflyoverblog.typepad.com
- This is:
- my personal website
- More about me (my health interests and reasons for joining WEGO Health)
- I am a writer, working in the entertainment industry. I had a very nice career going, and then in March 2007 went to the hospital for a simple test and experienced a preventable medical error. My injuries are permanent and affect my life every single day. Now, I've added Patient Safety Activist to my resume. I am Writer/Producer for the new HealthCare PSI website;I also write the blog, which is irreverent, thought provoking and lively.
I welcome guest contributors, so check out the blog and lmk if you'd like to contribute to the conversation.
Dk's Blog
Have You Seen Pink Ribbon Dance?
I'm celebrating the Sharp End today over on the HealthCare PSI Blog, with this post featuring the staff of Providence St. Vincent Hospital in Portland, Oregon. It'll make you smile!
Thanks for Reading -
DK
Thanks for Reading -
DK
Posted on December 2, 2009 at 2:36pm — 1 Comment
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Thought I'd post a gentle reminder of our place in the healthcare universe as debate beings in Washington this week. I hate to sound cynical, but...
Click here to read.
Click here to read.
Posted on November 30, 2009 at 3:34pm —
Guest Post Today
I get inquiries every week from writers with something to say about patient safety. Today, I published a guest post from Jennifer Johnson, a nurse practioner who writes for an educational website.
I do accept guest posts for the HealthCare PSI Blog, so if you'd like to be considered just drop me a line! Click here to read Jennifer Johnson's post.
As always, thank… Continue
I do accept guest posts for the HealthCare PSI Blog, so if you'd like to be considered just drop me a line! Click here to read Jennifer Johnson's post.
As always, thank… Continue
Posted on November 23, 2009 at 12:35pm —
Lies by Omission
Today I wrote this post on the common healthcare industry practice of not telling patients if they have been the victims of preventable medical errors. This is a hot button issue for me, and it should be for every activist here at Wego. It drives me crazy that, instead of taking steps to stop rampant preventable medical errors, hospitals have instead chosen to cover… Continue
Posted on November 13, 2009 at 3:56pm —
Another Wrinkle at CS
If you've been following the CT scan radiation overdose story out of Cedars-Sinai, then this latest development is probably not new to you. For those who haven't heard, Cedars-Sinai subjected some 260 CT scan patients to dangerous levels of radiation over a period of 18 months. Seems everyone in the CT scan department failed to notice the machine was set incorrectly.
This week at least 50 of those patients were notified of yet another problem.… Continue
This week at least 50 of those patients were notified of yet another problem.… Continue
Posted on November 11, 2009 at 3:49pm —
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 3:54pm on December 4, 2009,
Ellen S said…
- Thank you for the well-wishes. You're the best! ((Hugs)) Lots of firsts this year - first Thanksgiving without him, first Christmas without him. First trip back home without him. Thank you so for your understanding. I thought about the neat video again last night with smiles and a chuckle (I'm from near Portland) and passed it along.
- At 6:12pm on February 24, 2009,
Janeen said… - Hi DK,
I recognized your photo from your blog (aflyoverblog.typepad.com). I'm so glad that you've joined us here at WEGO Health. I'm sorry that you are joining us by way of pain and medical error, but I'm glad you are here and sharing your story with us.
- At 4:27pm on February 23, 2009,
Present Moment said… - Hi Dk,
Thanks for connecting.
Living in the present moment.... Living life in the NOW!
People tend to live life, fearful of their future or inhibited by their past. It is possible, even through life altering events to find peace in the moment that you are in. It is the only true moment we have!
Stay Present!
- At 1:26pm on February 22, 2009,
Sarah said…
- Welcome to WEGO Health, Dk! So glad that you've found us, as it sounds like you are a true Health Activist. I'm sorry to hear that you've been a victim of hospital negligence, but am glad that you're reaching out to educate others on the fact that it DOES happen.
If you ever have any questions about what goes on at WEGO Health, please let me know; I'd love to help if needed.
Looking forward to getting to know you,
Sarah
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