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Description:

In this interactive session, MBS Coordinators will have the opportunity to learn from one another and network with their peers. We go over the basics of the MBS Coordinator role and how to set your program up for success; the virtual site visit process and best practices for preparing for one; discuss strategies for getting your patients through your program to surgery efficiently; increasing engagement in support groups; and partnering with other services to treat the whole patient. MBS Coordinators will have the opportunity to hear about novel ideas for supporting patients and learn from each other’s approach to quality improvement. Bring your business cards and be prepared to pick the brains of your peers.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the coordinator role and resources available.
  2. Discuss options for implementing positive change in the program through improved patient pathways, novel ideas for patient support, and quality improvement.
  3. Describe best practices for maintaining a state of accreditation readiness and preparing for a site visit.

8:00am Welcome
Kimberly Evans Labok, BA
8:15am MBS Coordinator Panel
9:30am Break
10:00am Staying Ready Between Site Visits
10:15am The Site Reviewer's Perspective
10:30am Top Standards Clarifications
Kimberly Evans Labok, BA
10:50am Getting Patients to Surgery
11:15am Support Groups
12:00pm Lunch
1:30pm Quality Improvement Basics
Kimberly Evans Labok, BA
2:30pm QI Projects
3:00pm Break
3:30pm Treating the whole patient
4:15pm What's new in the MBS Coordinator World
4:30pm MBSAQIP Trivia
4:50pm TBA
5:00pm Adjourn