Med-IQ We empower people at every level of the healthcare delivery system with the knowledge needed to continuously improve provider performance and patient outcomes.

Med-IQ helps you make better care possible. With a healthcare education team that brings expertise in clinical medicine, risk management, quality improvement, legal and regulatory matters, and patient engagement, we incorporate a broad and unified perspective into our solutions—eliminating siloed, inconsistent learning. We collaborate with our partners to identify needs, understand goals, and develop learning strategies that drive improvement where it will make the most difference—whether in a specific area or throughout the entire system. And because sustained change is the only change that matters, we measure results and leverage what we all learn. Healthcare will continue to evolve—probably confusing and amazing all of us along the way. But, as a benefit of our long-standing relationships with tens of thousands of learners and hundreds of institutions, we stand ready to address cutting-edge issues and continue to lead positive change in healthcare delivery.

11/18/2025

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11/18/2025

Notice to Learners: Our services are currently impacted by a widespread Cloudflare outage. We apologize for any disruption to your learning and will provide an update once the service has been restored.

 : Debriefing isn’t just about fixing mistakes. It’s about building a culture of safety and stronger clinical teams. Str...
11/18/2025

: Debriefing isn’t just about fixing mistakes. It’s about building a culture of safety and stronger clinical teams. Structured debriefs allow healthcare teams to pause and reflect on clinical events, strengthen communication, and share insights in a psychologically safe environment. Swipe to see how your organization can turn frontline insights into action.

Debriefing breaks down silos, strengthens teams, and leads to safer care. Learn about practical strategies for building a culture of safety in our full blog—read it now! https://link.med-iq.com/2wmEKs

Host Geri Amori speaks with Dr. Marisha Burden, Dr. Luci K. Leykum, and Gina Symczak about ways to address and potential...
11/11/2025

Host Geri Amori speaks with Dr. Marisha Burden, Dr. Luci K. Leykum, and Gina Symczak about ways to address and potentially reduce what has come to be known as “administrative harm.”

Our latest episode explores:
- How taking time to analyze and identify the appropriate person to perform a task can reduce administrative harm

- How patient stories may lead to helpful modifications in administrative decisions

- The need to gather and analyze data surrounding administrative decisions to gain information to predict and mitigate harm

- The importance of including frontline clinicians when administrative decisions are being considered to incorporate all perspectives

Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984780/episodes/18044226

 : Clinicians can find themselves balancing rights, consent, and duty of care when law enforcement officers (LEOs) reque...
11/11/2025

: Clinicians can find themselves balancing rights, consent, and duty of care when law enforcement officers (LEOs) request blood alcohol testing.

Although the Fourth Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches, state implied consent laws mean that, simply by operating a vehicle on a public road, a driver automatically agrees to take a chemical test (like a blood, breath, or urine test) if an LEO has probable cause to believe they were driving under the influence.

In addition, in 2019, the Supreme Court ruled that warrantless blood draws may be permissible in exigent circumstances. Notably, legality hinges on the context of the situation, not solely on the patient’s ability to consent.

Ethically informed collaboration safeguards patients and protects your institution. Best practices for clinicians include:
▪️Establishing clear, discoverable policies and procedures
▪️Considering LEO-trained staff for evidence collection
▪️Documenting all LEO interactions in the medical record
▪️Knowing your state and local laws
▪️Including legal, ethics, and risk management teams

Explore ethical and legal challenges in our webinar: https://link.med-iq.com/TCPYOz

This week’s   explores the impact of fear on health.Approximately 13% of immigrants in the US report that their chronic ...
11/04/2025

This week’s explores the impact of fear on health.

Approximately 13% of immigrants in the US report that their chronic conditions are worsening due to avoiding healthcare out of fear of immigration enforcement, and nearly one-third have experienced stress, anxiety, or sleep disturbances linked to these fears.

Healthcare avoidance impacts outcomes. No-show rates among immigrants are on the rise, and many no longer perceive clinics as “safe spaces.”

Protecting immigrant patients starts with policy and training. Healthcare teams can make a difference by:

◾ Marking private vs public areas, verifying warrants carefully, and designating trained staff.

◾ Educating teams on HIPAA’s protections for immigration status.

◾ Offering telehealth to reduce fear-related barriers.

◾ Documenting enforcement interactions and reassuring patients about privacy.

Our on-demand webinar, Law Enforcement and Healthcare: Ethics, Evidence, and Patient Rights, explores ethical and legal challenges that arise when law enforcement officers are present in patient care and features commentary from a defense attorney and an ethicist. https://lnkd.in/eT3DuyjJ

We’re at  ! View our poster in the Exhibit Hall today from 10:30 am to 4 pm, and our poster presentation at 1 pm. How ca...
10/28/2025

We’re at ! View our poster in the Exhibit Hall today from 10:30 am to 4 pm, and our poster presentation at 1 pm.

How can social media be used to raise awareness about (EoE)?
Find out how our nationwide social media campaign educated the general public on EoE symptoms, diagnosis, and management, and helped to empower patients with EoE.

 : Best Practices for Evaluating Patients in Police Custody Increasing law enforcement presence in emergency departments...
10/28/2025

: Best Practices for Evaluating Patients in Police Custody

Increasing law enforcement presence in emergency departments jeopardizes the therapeutic environment, disrupts patient care, and risks violating HIPAA and constitutional rights. Policymakers and providers must understand how to balance safety, ethics, and privacy in these complex cases.

Strategies to help ensure include:
◾ Safety: Ensure that staff and patients are protected—but don’t let law enforcement dictate clinical care.
◾ Legal Compliance: Know what can be recorded, when, and where. Obtaining all parties’ consent is best practice.
◾ Body Cameras: Understand your state’s consent laws; minimize or prohibit recording in care areas.
◾ Neutral Assessment: Provide the same standard of care to patients in custody as to any other patient.

Additionally, hospital staff should document all interactions, advocate for clear institutional policies, and collaborate across teams to reduce operational and reputational risk.

Our on-demand webinar, Law Enforcement and Healthcare: Ethics, Evidence, and Patient Rights, explores ethical and legal challenges when law enforcement officers are present in patient care and features commentary from a defense attorney and an ethicist. https://link.med-iq.com/TCPYOz

10/22/2025

Ahmad Masri, MD, and Michelle M. Kittleson, MD, discuss unmet needs in the management of ATTR-CM and recent updates on treatment from . How might the latest data impact your practice?

This week’s   revolves around law enforcement in the emergency department (ED).Law enforcement officers (LEOs) frequentl...
10/21/2025

This week’s revolves around law enforcement in the emergency department (ED).

Law enforcement officers (LEOs) frequently interact with healthcare teams—escorting patients, investigating crimes, and ensuring safety. But for ED staff, these encounters raise complex ethical and clinical questions.

Research shows that while officers’ presence may improve security, physicians often cite policy gaps and bias risks when LEOs are present in the ED. Key takeaways for hospital staff include:

◾ Clinical Autonomy: Patient care decisions must lead—law enforcement requests follow.

◾ Privacy & Consent: LEOs should be present only when essential for safety.

◾ Equity & Bias: Be aware of disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations.

◾ Policy & Advocacy: Push for clear institutional guidelines to support both safety and patient rights.

Our on-demand webinar, Law Enforcement and Healthcare: Ethics, Evidence, and Patient Rights, explores ethical and legal challenges when LEOs are present in patient care and features commentary from a defense attorney and an ethicist. https://lnkd.in/eT3DuyjJ

The first 6 months are critical. Early detection of atypical motor patterns can transform a child’s developmental future...
10/15/2025

The first 6 months are critical. Early detection of atypical motor patterns can transform a child’s developmental future.

This free accredited CME shows you how a simple, 30-second, 4-position observational exam can help:
• Identify motor delays before they’re missed
• Refer earlier
• Unlock neuroplasticity
• Give families a stronger path forward

Don’t overlook your role in early intervention.
Start Learning Here: https://clinical.med-iq.com/activity/detecting-early-motor-delays-from-newborn-to-6-months?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=py001-fb

Join Us for a Live Complimentary Webinar on October 22—Beyond the Paperwork: Confronting Administrative Harm. Explore me...
10/15/2025

Join Us for a Live Complimentary Webinar on October 22—Beyond the Paperwork: Confronting Administrative Harm.
Explore methods to improve safety and ease the burden on healthcare professionals. Register here: https://link.med-iq.com/K3XBdU

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