Patient Safety and Quality: A Systems Approach

Dr. Melinda Sawyer is the Director of Patient Safety at Johns Hopkins University, where she leads initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare quality and patient safety. With a Doctorate in Public Health and extensive clinical experience as a board-certified clinical nurse specialist, Dr. Sawyer has dedicated her career to improving patient outcomes through innovative safety programs. She is actively involved in the Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program (CUSP), which focuses on creating a culture of safety within healthcare settings. Her expertise in patient safety has made her a sought-after speaker and consultant on quality improvement strategies both nationally and internationally.In addition to her leadership role, Dr. Sawyer teaches courses such as "Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View" on Coursera, where she shares her knowledge and insights with healthcare professionals and students. Her commitment to advancing patient safety practices and her contributions to the field position her as a key figure in promoting high-quality care in healthcare systems.