ISO 7101:2013
Healthcare quality management system
The ISO 7101:2023 standard, published in October 2023, is the first international standard specifically designed for healthcare quality management. It is a new standard which, like ISO 9001, is not general and generic. The new norm ISO 7101 is focused on healthcare institutions and brings a completely unified, but also a new approach to quality in healthcare where the patient, his safety and well-being are at the centre of attention and care.
Specification
The purpose and meaning of the ISO 7101:2023 norm is to create a culture of quality starting from strong top management;
embrace a health care system based on people-cantered care, respect, compassion, cooperation, equality and dignity; identify, resolve and manage risks; ensure the safety and well-being of patients and employees; control the provision of services through documented processes and documented information; monitor and evaluate clinical and non-clinical performance; constantly improve your processes and results
Advantages of applying the new ISO 7101:2023
- Improved quality of health care: by establishing a framework for continuous improvement, ISO 7101:2023 helps healthcare organizations to identify and actively manage risks, ensure consistent healthcare delivery and achieve better patient outcomes.
- Improved patient safety: A focus on identifying and mitigating risk leads to a safer environment for patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction: When healthcare organizations prioritize quality and safety, patients are more likely to have a positive experience.
- Stronger staff engagement: a focus on quality improvement motivates staff and creates a more positive work environment.
- Improved efficiency and cost reduction: By streamlining processes and reducing errors, ISO 7101:2023 helps healthcare organizations save money while providing improved patient care.
- Proven commitment to quality: obtaining ISO 7101:2023 certification shows stakeholders that a healthcare organization is committed to providing high-quality healthcare.
Overall, ISO 7101:2023 is a valuable tool for healthcare organizations of all sizes and types to improve the quality and safety of the care they provide. ISO 7101:2013 can be used in all institutions of human and veterinary medicine.
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