top of page

PROTOCOLS & RECOMMENDATIONS

At the Virginia Cardiac Services Quality Initiative, we are committed to advancing the standards of cardiac healthcare across Virginia and beyond. This section of our website is dedicated to providing you with comprehensive and meticulously developed protocols and guidelines. These resources are designed to assist healthcare professionals in delivering consistent, high-quality cardiac care that is informed by the latest clinical evidence and best practices.

Explore Our Resources

Our protocols and guidelines cover a broad spectrum of cardiac care topics, each carefully crafted by experts in cardiology, cardiac surgery, and patient care management. Whether you are looking for innovative approaches to treatment, wanting to refine your existing practices, or seeking insights into complex clinical decisions, you'll find invaluable information here to guide you.

Screenshot 2023-12-20 093737.png

Tailored for Your Needs

We understand that each healthcare setting may have unique needs and challenges. That’s why our resources are designed to be adaptable:

  • Customizable Protocols: While our protocols are based on robust clinical data and expert consensus, we encourage healthcare providers to modify them as needed to enhance patient care in their specific contexts.

  • Up-to-Date Information: The field of cardiac care is ever-evolving. Our protocols are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest research findings and technological advancements, ensuring you have access to the most current information.

Medical Checkup

Your Role in Shaping Cardiac Care

By utilizing these protocols and guidelines, you are joining a community of professionals dedicated to the highest standards of cardiac health services. Together, we can achieve better patient outcomes, reduce complications, and enhance the quality of life for those we serve.

Statewide Protocols

Engage and Collaborate

Your feedback is invaluable. We invite you to:

  • Share Your Insights: If you have suggestions for improvements, or if there’s additional content you’d like to see, please let us know.

  • Join Our Community: Participate in discussions, workshops, and forums to collaborate with other professionals dedicated to improving cardiac care.

Strategies for Change

"Strategies for Change" is a pivotal initiative by the Virginia Cardiac Services Quality Initiative (VCSQI) aimed at highlighting best practices in healthcare. This program fosters collaboration among providers, researchers, and policymakers to identify and implement evidence-based solutions that improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and promote health equity. By focusing on real-world strategies that drive measurable change, this initiative empowers healthcare professionals to adopt innovative practices that advance the quality of care and optimize healthcare delivery across diverse populations. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare by learning, sharing, and implementing the best practices that make a lasting impact.

Keep Your Move in the Tube

Sherry McQuail, HCA

13 de junio de 2019

Integrate Patient and Family Feedback into Quality and Decision-Making

Learn More

ECMO in Focus

Michael Gelvin, Director of Perfusion & ECMO Services (UVA)

26 de septiembre de 2024

Revolutionizing Post-Cardiac Surgery Care: How Centra Lynchburg's Simple Hygiene Kit is Making a Big Impact on Health Equity

Centra Lynchburg

9 de enero de 2024

Walking Towards Recovery: Promoting a Mobilization Culture for Patients with Femoral Lines

Brett Mitchell, Physical Therapist, UVA
Garretson Gellert, Physical Therapist, UVA

26 de septiembre de 2024

Strengthen Partnerships with Patients and Families

Learn More

Strengthen Community Connections to Support Whole-Person Care

Learn More

Perfusion in cardiac OR: WHAT...WHERE...WHY...WHEN....??? Part 1- The Basics

Meetali Mahendrakar, MBBS, MS
Clinical Quality Abstractor
Mass General Brigham Boston MA

11 de febrero de 2025

Inova Leads the Charge in Promoting Health Equity Through Groundbreaking Cardiac Care Initiatives

Inova

UVA Readmission Strategy

Robbin Shifflet, UVA

5 de marzo de 2023

We Are Here to Support You

If you have questions or require further assistance regarding the application of any protocols, do not hesitate to contact us. Our team is here to support you in providing exceptional care to your patients.

bottom of page