Tribute to Excellence Journal 2023 - Flipbook - Page 21
2023 Quality Improvement Champions
Chukwuma J. Egbuziem, MS, RN, CPHQ
Assistant Vice President for Performance Improvement
Catholic Health
For his leadership on quality improvement and regulatory
requirements, including Joint Commission surveys,
reducing avoidable readmissions, and helping drive the
hospital toward zero hospital-acquired conditions and
health care-associated infections; and for performing his
role with an indefatigable smile and personality that
inspires all those around him.
Daniel G. Fein, MD
Director of the Medical and Surgical Intensive Care Unit
and Director of Inpatient Pulmonary Services
Montefiore Medical Center, Wakefield Campus
For creating a cohesive and multidisciplinary team of
health care professionals that has significantly reduced
central line-associated blood stream infections and
catheter-associated urinary tract infections; and for
training staff and developing processes to elevate and
address the concerns of patients and their loved ones.
Veronica Ferencz, DO, FACOS, MBA
Breast Program Director
Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall
For her leadership in improving breast cancer care,
including overseeing the establishment of advanced
biopsy techniques, navigational resources, and both
in-person and virtual support groups; for championing
the development of a women’s imaging center and a
survivorship program; and for providing empathetic care
for patients.
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