NOVEMBER 2026

Greetings!


In this issue of Safety in Practice, you’ll find important announcements, information about upcoming programs and events, and new blog posts.


Read on for the latest news, resources, and opportunities to engage.

Patient Safety News & Insights

After the Event Report: Turning Safety Signals into Meaningful Action


Filing a safety event report should be the beginning of organizational learning, not the end of the conversation. But how often does a report actually lead to meaningful change—and does the person who reported it ever hear what happened? Explore why closing the reporting loop matters, what makes corrective actions effective, and how technology can help turn safety signals into safer care. READ MORE

Patient Safety Doesn't Happen in Isolation. Neither Should Our Efforts to Improve It. Why partnerships—and the role of state governments—matter in patient safety


Many patient safety challenges cannot be solved by individual healthcare organizations alone. MPSC brings providers, state agencies, policymakers, and other partners together to address shared safety priorities and develop solutions across organizations. Explore why partnerships and state government engagement are essential to this work—and how MPSC helps turn collective learning into meaningful improvements in patient safety. READ MORE


Upcoming Events

November 18, 2026

Live In Person: Human Factors Fundamentals




December 9, 2026 

Live In Person: FMEA: Proactively Addressing Gaps in Patient Safety

January 26-28, 2027

Live In Person: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt



MPSC Programming


From evidence-based webinars to hands-on training, our upcoming programs spotlight practical strategies that healthcare organizations are using to improve patient safety, strengthen teamwork, and drive measurable quality outcomes.

The Mid-Atlantic Patient Safety Center is now accepting submissions for the 2027 Minogue Awards for Patient Safety and the Call for Posters.

Connect, collaborate, and drive meaningful improvements in patient safety through MPSC’s new Patient Safety Exchange. Learn more and get involved today!

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