Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP)

Check out this hot off the press article from Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) members from MD Anderson Cancer Center lead by James Russell, RN-BC, MBA, CVAHP, Dr. Pelumi Hassan, and Adina Feldman. Jim and his amazing team at MD Anderson Cancer Center collaborated across disciplines to address the Anatomy of a Successful Value Analysis Project, and in this case sourcing clinically appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. To read their full article in Healthcare Purchasing News, visit: https://lnkd.in/ewdQN22s. #AHVAP #valueanalysis #valuebasedcare #collaboration #PPE #infectioncontrol APIC

We recognize that some of our Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) members were unable to join us in person for the recent Annual Conference & Industry Partner Expo in Orlando last week. As such, we are bringing you a piece of the conference in the form of a virtual conference format that will take place with 7 esteemed speakers from the Annual Conference on October 11, 2024. 7.0 hours of continuing education are available for those that meet all completion criteria. Registration is available now on the Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) website. The last day to register is October 10. #AHVAP2024 #professionaldevelopment #collaboration #sharpenthesaw

Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) President, Karen Niven, will be presenting at the 2024 Capstone Health Alliance on Advancing Healthcare Value Analysis. The Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) is appreciative of our partnership on this effort with Capstone Health Alliance. Special thanks to Anita Zado for your continued leadership in Healthcare Value Analysis. #AHVAP #valueanalysis #valuebasedcare #collaboration

Infusion Pump Correction: B. Braun Medical Inc. Issues Correction for lnfusomat Space Infusion System/ Large Volume Pump, Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Wireless, and lnfusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Non-Wireless BATTERY PACK Due to Faulty Occlusion Alarm B. Braun Medical Inc. (US) is expanding?an earlier recall?to add lnfusomat Space Infusion System/Large Volume Pump to the already included models,?due to the risk that an alarm may sound to indicate a blockage (occlusion) when no occlusion exists. This will cause the pump to stop delivering medications, including critical high-risk medications like those that constrict blood vessels and raise blood pressure (vasopressors). The FDA has identified this as a Class I recall, the most serious type of recall. This recall involves correcting devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. This device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it without correction.? #FDA #MedicalDevice #recall

Diagnostic Excellence is a critical patient safety issue. Nearly?800,000 Americans die?or are permanently disabled by diagnostic error each year, making it the single largest source of serious harm from medical mistakes. In observance of World Patient Safety Day, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have released new resources for hospitals to improve the accuracy and timeliness of a patient’s diagnosis to provide better treatment and save lives. The?Core Elements of Hospital Diagnostic Excellence Programs?describe the key framework and actions that can be implemented to improve diagnoses for hospitalized patients. These include ensuring that diagnostic tests are ordered, interpreted, communicated, and acted upon appropriately, bringing the nation closer to zero preventable harm. This framework was informed by expert knowledge from the clinical and patient community. The Hospital Diagnostic Excellence Assessment Tools provide?priority examples and?additional examples?to help hospitals implement the Core Elements. Improved diagnoses will drive progress in other patient safety priorities, such as antibiotic use and advances in the timely and accurate diagnosis of sepsis. The?Medical Test Checklist for Hospitalized Patients and their Caregivers?empowers patients and their loved ones to ask important questions during a hospital stay. Patients, families, and caregivers are vital in the effort to achieve greater and sustained diagnostic safety. Correct and timely diagnosis can save lives. Join us today in raising awareness to improve diagnosis for patient safety. These new resources have been added to the AHVAP member's only resource center. #patientsafety #CDC #advancesafety #coreelements #diagnosticexcellence

The Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) is proud to announce that Dr. Ruth Carrico, Adjunct Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, has been awarded the 2024 AHVAP Presidential Citation Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to advancing medical device safety, infection control, and credentialing in healthcare value analysis. This prestigious award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership and commitment to improving healthcare through the integration of value analysis and clinical expertise. Dr. Carrico is a recognized international thought leader for infection prevention and control, patient safety, and vaccines. She is one of the AHVAP Certification Center's faculty members for several micro-credential programs that help improve patient and provider safety. “Dr. Carrico has been instrumental in the development and delivery of the Infection Control Specialist, Medical Device Safety, and AHVAP Executive Leaders Fellowship Program,” said Karen Niven, President of AHVAP. “her work has paved the way to advance patient safety, appropriate medical product usage, and improvement of clinical outcomes through collaboration across disciplines.” Dr. Carrico has an extensive professional career as a professor of medicine, educator, and clinician. AHVAP congratulates Dr. Ruth Carrico on receiving the 2024 AHVAP Presidential Citation Award and thanks her for remarkable leadership and vision in elevating the healthcare value analysis profession. Her work has had a lasting impact on how healthcare organizations can drive greater value, quality, and collaboration across the continuum of care.

The Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) is proud to announce that BJ McCluskey, MBA, CVAHP, FAHVAP, FACHDM, Assistant Vice President of Strategic Sourcing and Contracting from McLeod Health, has been awarded the 2024 AHVAP Presidential Citation Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to advancing collaboration between healthcare value analysis professionals and physician champions. This prestigious award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership and commitment to improving healthcare through the integration of value analysis and clinical expertise. BJ McCluskey’s tireless dedication to fostering stronger relationships between healthcare value analysis professionals and physician champions has been instrumental in driving impactful, evidence-based decision-making within healthcare organizations. His leadership has not only enhanced communication and collaboration but has also ensured that value analysis initiatives are aligned with clinical priorities, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and more cost-effective care. “BJ has played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between value analysis professionals and physicians, creating a collaborative environment that empowers teams to make informed, patient-centered decisions,” said Karen Niven, President of AHVAP. “His efforts have set a new standard for how healthcare organizations can work together to achieve optimal value without compromising on quality or care.” Throughout his career, BJ McCluskey has been a passionate advocate for creating multidisciplinary teams that include both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders in the value analysis process. By championing physician involvement, he has enabled a deeper understanding of the clinical implications of procurement decisions, ensuring that the products and services selected provide the best possible outcomes for patients while maintaining financial sustainability. AHVAP congratulates BJ McCluskey on receiving the 2024 AHVAP Presidential Citation Award and thanks him for his remarkable leadership and vision in elevating the healthcare value analysis profession. His work has had a lasting impact on how healthcare organizations can drive greater value, quality, and collaboration across the continuum of care. #congrats #leadership #partnership

Thank you Nick DeRose for sharing your expertise and perspective about building more sustainable partnerships. Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) is appreciative of your expertise that you shared as part of our Industry/Provider panel at the 2024 Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) Annual Conference. #AHVAP2024 #AHVAP #valueanalysis #valuebasedcare #collaboration #IndustryPartner

Please join the Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) in congratulating the inaugural class of AHVAP Executive Leader Fellows for the completion of their Capstone Project earlier today. These healthcare leaders come from all walks of experience, tenure, professional backgrounds, and perspectives, but over the past ten months, they are matured into seasoned executive leaders. These Fellows also presented the results of their work via 17 poster presentations at the 2024 Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) Annual Conference and Industry Partner Expo. Applications are being accepted into the 2025 Cohort now! #Fellows #Fellowship #leadership

The?Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP)?is excited to announce our?Executive Leaders Fellowship Program Applicant portal is now officially?OPEN for our class of 2025.?This new professional development program is part of our ongoing commitment to our five-year strategic plan and also to each of you! This comprehensive Fellowship Program is 10 months in length and offers multiple career-advancing benefits that are unmatched in our specialty. This program is open to AHVAP members only. Any AHVAP member, regardless of membership classification type, is encouraged to apply.?To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/e_5gfaw9. #AHVAP #leadershipdevelopment #professionaldevelopment #leadership