Blog
Check this page regularly for new posts from the BMC2 blog. You’ll find success stories from our BMC2 sites as well as staff spotlights, information on BMC2 activities and engagement opportunities, news from BCBSM, and more.
Tobacco Cessation Success Stories Needed!
Have you seen improvements in smoking cessation and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) in your practice?
Welcome New Clinical Information Analyst Senior, Alondra Dorsey!
Alondra Dorsey joins MISHC as a clinical information analyst senior.
A Farewell to BMC2 Managing Director, Annemarie Forrest
Our managing director, Annemarie Forrest's, last day at BMC2 is June 5th. Annemarie shares, "I have learned so much from you and the excellent work you are doing to improve the quality of cardiovascular care in Michigan.
NEW Health Disparities Dashboard
Last fall, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan charged BMC2 with creating Health Equity Dashboards for each of our registries.
May 2024 Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our May 2024 meeting summaries.
John Sly Receives 2024 Staff Award For Excellence
BMC2 Lead Applications Programmer, John Sly, was selected as a recipient of the Michigan Medicine Department of Internal Medicine 2024 Staff Award for Excellence.
Advocating for Access: Supporting MiCR’s Push for Cardiac Rehab Legislation
BMC2 and MISHC have joined MiCR, the Michigan Society for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation’s (MSCVPR’s) Health Policy & Reimbursement Committee, and partner CQIs in advocating f
Meeting Summary - MiCR Spring Webinar, April 5, 2024.
The MiCR Spring Webinar was held on April 5, 2024.
New Cardiac Rehabilitation Utilization Quality Improvement Award
The Michigan Cardiac Rehab Network (MiCR) is excited to announce the Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR) Utilization Quality Improvement (QI) Award, a new mini-grant opportunity de
MAQI2 Works To Decrease Bleeding Risk In Patients On Warfarin And Aspirin After PCI And TAVR
The Michigan Anticoagulation Quality Improvement Initiative (MAQI2) found that patients taking warfarin in combination with aspirin had twice the rate of bleeding with no clear clinical benefit, similar to other published
BMC2 March Meeting Summary - BMC2 Vascular Surgery Coordinator Webinar
The BMC2 Vascular Surgery Coordinator Webinar was held on March 13th, 2024, from 11 am – 12 pm.
New Best Practice Protocol “Planning for Anaphylaxis in the Catheterization Laboratory"
Severe contrast media reactions are uncommon but can be fatal if not promptly treated. Prior history of contrast reaction, especially of anaphylaxis, is the strongest risk factor for anaphylaxis.
BMC2 February Meeting Summary - BMC2 PCI Physician Webinar
Thank you to those who attended the February 21st, 2024 BMC2 PCI Physician Webinar.
New PCI Advisory Council Convenes
We are excited to begin engaging with the new PCI Advisory Council.
BMC2 November Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our November 2023 meeting summaries.
Success Story: Reducing Readmissions After PCI
After PCI, approximately 15% of patients are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of their procedure.
SVS Clinical Practice Guidelines Added to BMC2.org
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Clinical Practice Guidelines offer
The Michigan Tobacco Quitlink Celebrates 20 Years
This November, the Michigan Tobacco Quitlink is celebrating 20 years of helping Michiganders become tobacco-free.
Report Attestation Forms Now Available
2023 Attestation Forms are now available! The form is due December 1, 2023.
NEW BMC2 PCI Advisory Council
More deeply engaging an advisory council in BMC2 strategic planning will strengthen the organization and benefit all consortium members.
BMC2 September Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our September 2023 Meeting Summaries.
Updated PAC Recruitment Materials Available
We consulted our PCI Patient Advisory Council (PAC) to make updates to our patient-facing PAC recruitment materials.
New Process for Report Distribution
Beginning with Q2 2023 reports, there will be a new process by which you will access your BMC2 reports.
Reminder to Utilize the Contact Update Form to Update Contacts
Please use the Contact Update Form on bmc2.org to add, update, or remove contacts from your site.
New Email Address for Corresponding About BMC2 Publications
Do you have an idea for the Publications Strategy Committee, need assistance creating a central illustration for your abstract, or have you received notice that a journal will publish your BMC2 manuscript
New Consortium-Wide Q4 Calendar
We are piloting a comprehensive calendar that displays BMC2 and MISHC meetings, deadlines, and dates and locations of national and international conferences, all in one place.
Society for Vascular Surgery Hosts the “Vascular Health Step Challenge” Fundraiser
September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month, and the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is hosting the “Vascular Health Step Challenge.” They invite you
BMC2 August Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our August 2023 Meeting Summaries.
Ascension Providence Southfield and Novi's Dr. Ronald Miller Retires
On July 1st, Ronald Miller, MD, of Ascension Providence Southfield and Novi, retired as cath lab director. Dr.
Site Spotlight - Trinity Health Grand Rapids
When the vascular surgery team at Trinity Health Grand Rapids was identifying the focus of their FY 2022 QI Project, they turned to their BMC2 VS report data.
BMC2 July Meeting Summaries
The BMC2 VS Annual Coordinator Webinar was held on June 14th from 10 am – 12 pm. Dr. Michael Boros, with Munson Medical Center, presented on Limb Ischemia.
REDCap Feedback Form Now Available on BMC2.org
We launched our new BMC2 database, utilizing REDCap, in the spring.
Welcome New Coordinating Center Staff - Jeff Hartnagle
Applications Programmer Senior, Jeff Hartnagle, joined BMC2 in May of 2023.
Faculty Spotlight - VS Strategic Advisory Council and Research and Publication Strategy Committee Member, Ryan Kim
Dr. Ryan Kim’s first introduction to BMC2 was the opportunity to attend a few meetings during his general surgery residency at Central Michigan University.
Newsletter Archive is Now Accessible from BMC2.org
We have made it easier for you to find previous newsletter articles and share information about BMC2 with your colleagues.
Become a BMC2 Social Media Ambassador
Are you interested in launching and establishing a presence on social media professionally or do you already actively participate on social media in a professional capacity?
BMC2 May 2023 Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our May 2023 Meeting Summaries.
Developing Patient-facing Resources on BMC2.org
The PCI Patient Advisory Council met in April to discuss the possibility of adding patient-facing resources to BMC2.org.
Demonstrating the Power of CQIs
A recent analysis of BMC2 and MISHC data compared to national registry data partners revealed a variety of critical-to-quality measures on which Michigan participants excel.
Success Story - EVAR Surveillance in Vascular Surgery
After endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR), it is necessary to perform and document surveillance imaging – by CT imaging or duplex ultrasound – to monitor patients for graft migration, device f
BMC2 Vascular Surgery Convenes New Workgroups to Increase Member Engagement
In late 2022 BMC2 Vascular Surgery surveyed members about ways to optimize participation in the consortium.
BMC2-OPEN Collaboration Update
In 2022, OPEN and BMC2 worked with Alosa Health to launch a pilot program of a targeted educational intervention for improving pain management and appropriate opioid prescribing.
Site Spotlight - Our Newest Vascular Surgery Facility, McLaren Port Huron
The team at McLaren Port Huron is a proud member of a community hospital providing leading-edge care. “Many of us have long tenures with the hospital and live in the community we work in,” explained
Updated Smoking Cessation Resources from HBOM Available via BMC2.Org
Healthy Behavior Optimization of Michigan (HBOM) has updated its series of resources available to support health care providers and patients with smoking cessation.
Welcome New Sites and Coordinators
As shared in the February Site Spotlight, McLaren Port Huron has joined BMC2 as th
New Resources for IVUS/OCT Imaging
The consortium has developed a series of documents to support appropriate and effective use of IVUS/OCT imaging.
BMC2 January and February 2023 Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our January and February 2023 Meeting Summaries.
A Farewell Message from Director of Vascular Surgery, Dr. Peter Henke
It has been my distinct honor and pleasure to serve as the co-director of the BMC2 Vascular Surgery Quality Collaborative in the state of Michigan for over a decade.
Spotlight - Smoking Cessation
November is National Smoking Cessation Month. We are proud to collaborate with you to help your patients quit smoking.
BMC2 November Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our November 2022 meeting summaries.
BMC2 Vascular Surgery Publication Proposal Guidelines
BMC2 Vascular Surgery maintains a publication committee comprised of physician volunteers from the consortium who review and approve proposals for statistical analysis.
BMC2 to Launch Quality Improvement Initiative, REMIND-DM
This fall, BMC2 will launch REMIND-DM. This project will evaluate the effectiveness of targeted provider education and the implementation of a reminder embedded within cardiac catheterization reports.
Site Spotlight - Corewell Health Beaumont Hospital Troy
Before 2018, Corewell Health Beaumont Hospital Troy’s rate of secondary access site vascular complications was low.
Report from MVC Outlines the ROI of Efforts to Increase Cardiac Rehabilitation Enrollment and Attendance for Patients of PCI
Michigan Value Collaborative (MVC) claims data indicate that statewide CR utilization increased from 26% to 34% between 2015 and 2019.
New Resource for Improving Care for Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease
The American Heart Association released a new AHA Scientific Stateme
BMC2 October Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our October Meeting Summaries.
Site Spotlight - Spectrum Health Lakeland
At 70.9%, Spectrum Health Lakeland’s Q4 2021 performance for P2Y12 Duration Documentation was a little too close to the minimum performance goal requirement of ≥ 70% set by BMC2.
Patient Spotlight - Crystal Mroz
Diagnosed with kidney disease at the age of 8, Crystal Mroz knew she would need health care for the rest of her life. As she grew, she focused on her education and securing a good job.
BMC2 September Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our September meeting summaries.
Peripheral Artery Disease Action Plan Now Available
In December of 2018, a Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) round table was held at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute where representatives from the American Heart Association, along wi
“Evaluating the Feasibility of a Statewide Collaboration to Improve Cardiac Rehabilitation Participation” Published in the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention
“Evaluating the Feasibility of a Statewide Collaboration to Improve Cardiac Rehabilitation Participation” was recently published in the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention.
Seeking Patients with Diverse Experiences for BMC2 PCI Patient Advisory Council
Our BMC2 PCI Patient Advisory Council convened in September of 2021. This initiative partners with patients to gain insight into the patient experience that may help guide and shape the work that we do as a consortium.
Upcoming Special Event - Obesity Management Summit
The Michigan Bariatric Surgery Collaborative (MBSC) is hosting the 2022 Obesity Management Summit on September 23rd from 7 am – 4 pm at the Suburban Collection Sh
Patient Spotlight - Hal Morgenstern
On the morning of Saturday, June 18, 2016, Hal Morgenstern sat up in bed to a sudden pain in his chest.
New Partnership with MSHIELD
We are excited that BMC2 is forming a new partnership with Michigan Social Health Interventions to Eliminate Disparities (MSHIELD), a new partnering CQI in the
BMC2 August Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our August 2022 meeting summaries.
Site Spotlight - Spectrum Health
When BMC2 revealed its new 2022 Pay for Performance (P4P) goal of documentation of 1-year follow-up imaging after EVAR at ≥ 70%, Michele Forist, RN, looked at her site’s data and saw the
BMC2 June 2022 Meeting Summaries
Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our June 2022 meeting summaries.
Patient Advisors Still Needed for Our New BMC2 PCI Advisory Council
BMC2 has incorporated the patient voice into BMC2 PCI activities by way of our Patient Advisory Committee.
BMC2 Vascular Surgery Data Presented at SVS/VAM 2022
BMC2 Vascular Surgery data was presented at SVS/VAM 2022 which was held June 15th - 18th in Boston.
New Paper from Ryan Howard, et al Published in The Journal of Vascular Surgery
“Underutilization of Medical Management of Peripheral Artery Disease Among Patients with Claudication Undergoing Lower Extremity Bypass” was just published in the Journal of Vascular
New Video Highlights BMC2’s Outperformance of National Averages
BMC2 collects data that helps inform quality improvements to PCI care and the State of Michigan performs at levels that outpace national averages.
May Meeting Summaries
Thanks to all who attended our May meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Free 1-1 Counseling Offered by Michigan OPEN
To support appropriate prescribing for vascular surgery patients, Michigan OPEN is offering BMC2 vascular surgeons the opportunity to participate in one-on-one counseling sessions.
New Best Practice Protocol – Management of Radial/Ulnar Access Bleeding and Hematoma
A new Best Practice Protocol (BPP), Management of Radial/Ulnar Access Bleeding and Hematoma, is now available on BMC2.org.
NEW - Imaging Educational Series
BMC2 seeks to create a library of archived cases to be used for training purposes. Do you have de-identified images to share?
BMC2 Vascular Surgery Partners with Michigan OPEN to Reduce Opioid Prescriptions
Michigan OPEN’s mission is to change the trajectory of the opioid epidemic, finding transformative solutions through research, engagement, and evidence-based actions.
Patient Spotlight - Greg Merritt
On February 25th, 2012, Greg Merritt was a 46-year-old who considered himself in good shape.
Michigan Cardiac Rehab (MiCR) Network Toolkit is Now Available
BMC2 and the Michigan Value Collaborative (MVC) have teamed up to form the new Michigan Cardiac Rehab (MiCR) Network.
HBOM Smoking Cessation Resources Now Available on BMC2.org
Tobacco is the single greatest preventable cause of disease and premature death in America. It’s estimated that 70% of smokers want to quit. However, in Michigan, only 15% receive treatment to help them do so.
New PCI Best Practice Protocol - Prevention of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury
The PCI Best Practice Protocol Task Force has put together a new best practice protocol (BPP) for prevention of contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI
April Meeting Summaries
Thanks to all who attended our April meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
BMC2 Data Presented at The Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery’s 49th Annual Symposium
The Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery’s 49th annual symposium was held March 19 – 23 at the Mirage in Las Vegas, NV. Data from BMC2 was shared via two poster presentations.
March Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our March meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Introducing the Michigan Cardiac Rehab Network!
BMC2 and the Michigan Value Collaborative (MVC) have been collaborating to improve cardiac rehab utilization since 2019, and now have formalized their shared
Site Spotlight - Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital
While the BMC2 goal for peak procedure ACT recorded is greater than or equal to 80%, Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital had a rate of only 59.3% at the end of 2019.
Volunteers Wanted for New Emergency Protocols Work Group
BMC2 PCI plans to create protocols for emergencies that happen infrequently, but that cath lab teams should be up-to-date and ready to react to.
Faculty Spotlight - Loay Kabbani
BMC2 is pleased to announce that Dr. Loay Kabbani has joined the Coordinating Center as a strategic advisor for Vascular Surgery. Dr. Kabbani joins PCI strategic advisor, Dr.
Introducing the Michigan Structural Heart Consortium (MISHC)
The Michigan TAVR consortium, convened in 2015, has long focused on supporting quality improvement of transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedures across the State of Michigan.
February Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our February meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
New Publication in the Journal of Vascular Surgery
"Impact of a Regional Smoking Cessation Intervention for Vascular Surgery Patients" was recently published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery
Cardiac Rehab Study from Sukul, et al Published in "Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes"
“Hospital and Operator Variation in Cardiac Rehabilitation Referral and Participation After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: Insights From Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Cardiovas
Site Spotlight - Networking for Change
In March of 2019, BMC2 PCI Data Coordinators Sue Vasquez, of McLaren Bay Region, and Mari Lee Crandell, of St.
Welcome - Jeremy Albright
The newest member of the BMC2 Coordinating Center is Jeremy Albright. Jeremy joins Milan Seth as a BMC2 Statistician and focuses primarily on BMC2 VS.
New VBR Goal - Smoking Cessation
We are pleased to announce an additional VBR opportunity in 2022 (paid in 2023) focused on smoking cessation for participation in BMC2 Vascular Surgery.
January Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our January meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Site Spotlight - Beaumont Dearborn
While no one has quite cracked the code for patient participation in post-event cardiac rehab, the team at Beaumont Hospital, Dearborn, is making headway.
November 2021 Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our November meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
CQI Spotlight - Healthy Behavior Optimization for Michigan
Facing a major health event like pregnancy, the need for surgery, or the diagnosis of cancer or a chronic disease, can lead to teachable moments for patients.
A Note from Leadership - Dr. Henke
Collaborative Quality Initiatives, or CQIs, address many of the most common and costly areas of surg
Data from BMC2 Presented at TCT 2021
“Impact of Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Pressure on the Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention” was presented via a poster by Dr.
New Best Practice Protocol - Groin Bleed
The BMC2 PCI Groin Bleed Best Practice Protocol is in the form of a PDF which can be printed at letter size or pocket-card size.
A Note from Hitinder Gurm - BMC2 Long-Term Data
BMC2 is celebrating 25 years of quality improvement. The impact that BMC2 has made over time is especially evident upon a review of our long-term data.
Staff Spotlight - Milan Seth
A member of the team for 9.5 years, Milan Seth is BMC2’s Statistician Expert.
Most Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease Continue Opioid Use Following Pain-Relieving Surgery
Disturbing trend of new opioid users after cardiovascular surgery intended to alleviate pain.
Additional Patients Needed for Our Patient Advisory Council
We are seeking additional patients that represent the diversity of our State to join the newly convened Patient Advisory Council. Can you recommend a patient to this group?
October Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our October meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Spotlight - Patient Advisory Council
Lisa Cardillo was just 36 years old when she experienced a spontaneous coronary artery dissection, cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, and heart failure.
Faculty Spotlight - Ryan Madder
BMC2 is pleased to announce that Dr. Ryan Madder will be joining the coordinating center as a Strategic Advisor.
September Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our September meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Staff Spotlight - Pam Benci
Administrative Specialist Intermediate, Pam Benci, was drawn to BMC2 by her interest in learning more about quality improvement in cardiology.
Site Spotlight - Mercy Health Muskegon
Mercy Health Muskegon's Quinten Davis, BSN, RN, along with teammates Brandi Whitaker, BSN, RN, Sammie Cunningham, BSN, RN, and Physician Champion, Justin Eisenberg, DO, has set a goal to increase documentation of smoking c
August Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our August meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Ditching Tobacco for Your Surgery
Providers across Michigan took action to get their patients to quit smoking before going under the knife.
Marijuana Use Associated with Higher Stroke, Bleeding Risks After Heart Procedures
Study finds some complications, but no significant difference in risk of death.
Vascular Surgery Success Story - Statins Prescribed at Discharge
BMC2 Vascular Surgery has collected data on nearly 50,000 patients since 2012.
Staff Spotlight - Elizabeth Walker
Communications Specialist, Elizabeth Walker, joined BMC2 in October of 2020.
New Best Practice Protocol for FFR/iwFR Measurement
The Best Practice Protocol (BPP) for Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR)/Instantaneous wave-Free Ratio (iwFR) Measurement is now available on BMC2.org.
Site Spotlight - McLaren Bay Region
McLaren Bay Region wanted to decrease the number of patients discharged on greater than 10 opioid pills prescribed for opioid naïve EVAR and CEA patients.
BMC2 July Meeting Summaries
Thanks to all who attended our July meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
June Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our June meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Best Practice Protocol for IVUS Now Available
The Best Practice Protocol (BPP) for IVUS is now available on BMC2.org.
Staff Spotlight - Michelle Hughes
When she was 7-years-old, Michelle Hughes got a computer that came with a manual about how to program it.
Angioplasty and Stenting Required a Decade Earlier for Smokers Versus Non-Smokers
Smokers had their first angioplasty and/or stent nearly a decade earlier than non-smokers, and patients with obesity underwent these procedures four years earlier than non-obese patients.
Staff Spotlight - Nate Yost
Nate Yost’s greatest passion in life is expanding his horizons and comfort zones. He tries new things whenever possible and encourages others to do the same.
Best Practice Protocols for Post-PCI Medical Management and Radiation Safety Now Available
New best practice protocols are now available on BMC2.org.
Site Spotlight - Metro Health
Antibiotic redosing is a best practice that decreases the risk of surgical site infection (SSI).
May Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our May meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Site Spotlight - Mercy Health St. Mary's Grand Rapids
In 2019, Mercy Health St. Mary’s Grand Rapids had a Contrast-Induced Nephropathy (CIN) rate of 9.4%.
Reducing Post-CEA Hospital Stays Saves Big
The BMC2 VS goal, "Less than 8% of asymptomatic carotid endarterectomy patients NOT discharged by postoperative day 2", results in big cost savings for the healthcare system.
Physicians- patient gender concordance may not matter in interventional practice
While some studies suggest female patients treated by female physicians have better outcomes, there does not appear to be a relationship between operator and patient gender and outcome in patients u
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Site Spotlight - Munson Medical Center
While the BMC2 target for contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is less than 3%, in Quarters 1 and 2 of 2017, Munson Medical Center was struggling with rates at 4.5%.
Staff Spotlight - Rebecca Fleckenstein
Rebecca Fleckenstein first started working in Collaborative Quality Initiatives in 2016 and has been a member of the team at BMC2 since August of 2019.
New Publication from Our Colleagues at MI TAVR
We’re excited to share a new publication from our colleagues at Michigan TAVR.
Patient Engagement at BMC2
BMC2 is looking to incorporate the patient voice into BMC2-PCI activities and we need your help!
Join Us on Social Media
Did you know that BMC2 is now on Twitter? Follow us @BMC2_ for site spotlights, news about BMC2 publications, meeting updates, and more.
Site Spotlight - Bronson Methodist Hospital
Bronson Methodist Hospital has been committed to improving their rate of smoking cessation counseling at discharge for years, making it their QI project in 2018, 2019, and 2020, after the 2017 rate was 19
April Meeting Summary
Thanks to all who attended our April meetings. Did you miss a meeting or do you need a refresher? Read our summaries.
Welcome Amy Shirato
Please join the BMC2 Coordinating Center in welcoming Amy Shirato to the team! Amy is our newest Clinical Quality Improvement Lead and will work with Kathleen Frazier to support PCI.
Site Spotlight - Henry Ford Hospital Detroit
In 2019 and 2020, the MI OPEN recommendation for opioid prescribing post carotid endarterectomy (CEA) was 0-10 pills; no prescribing recommendations were outlined for EVAR patients.
Staff Spotlight - John Sly
John Sly was looking for an opportunity to impact change while finding new ways to constantly challenge himself when he found BMC2.
Site Spotlight - Spectrum Health Lakeland
BMC2 updated the 2020 PCI performance goals to include “Peak intra-procedure Activated Clotting Time (ACT) documentation to greater than or equal to 90%”, and “Percent of cases with peak ACT ≥ 350 seconds for Heparin-only
Site Spotlight - McLaren Greater Lansing
Cardiac rehab not only improves patient outcomes, it can offer patients some sense of control over their situation, easing anxiety and increasing hope.
Staff Spotlight - Sheryl Fielding
Sheryl Fielding is BMC2’s Clinical Quality Improvement Leader for Michigan TAVR. Part of the team since 2010, Sheryl works from her 100-year-old house in Downtown Ludington.
Staff Spotlight – Kathleen Frazier
Kathleen Frazier is BMC2’s Clinical Quality Improvement Lead for PCI.
Site Spotlight – Spectrum Health – Meijer Heart, Grand Rapids
In Quarter 2 of 2018, the Vascular Surgery Expert Improvement Team at Spectrum Health – Meijer Heart in Grand Rapids was routinely reviewing their data when they noticed an uptick in surgical site infections (SSI).
Site Spotlight ― MidMichigan Health, Midland
Pre-procedure hydration has been challenging for many sites. MidMichigan Health has tackled hydration as a BMC2 Quality Initiative project, making great strides.
Staff Spotlight - Annemarie Forrest
BMC2’s new Program Manager comes to the team with over 15 years of experience in clinical research and academic health care, most recently as Director of Projects at the Clinical Trials Transformation Ini