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Why it's relevant to CVSL leaders
The recap
The session focused on breaking metrics down into 3 domains: structural, process, and outcomes. The session defined these domains and called out limitations to measuring quality in each of them. By breaking them down into different domains, incorporating metrics into daily life becomes more manageable and sustainable.
Dr. Swaminathan shared some first-hand examples he had rolled out at their institutions. He discussed what worked and what did not—and fielded questions from the audience to further clarify best practices.
Dr. Swaminathan wrapped up by summarizing key criteria that he recommends for choosing quality metrics:
- Represent a meaningful outcome to patients and society
- Be valid, reliable, and readily measured
- Has the ability to be adjusted for patient variability
- Be modified through improvements in care process
- Be practical to measure
"You can only improve quality if it can be measured."

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Why it's relevant to CVSL leaders
The recap
Dr. Garratt emphasized a message that many of the speakers touched on: aspire to enjoy your role. Cath lab leadership is a very different job than treating patients. If the challenges of cath lab leadership are not something you enjoy, it may not be the right career choice.
For those moving into a role of cath lab leadership, Mr. Garratt laid out 4 key principles:


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Why it's relevant to CVSL leaders
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Why it's relevant to CVSL leaders
As your career advances, you may want to become a CVSL leader. So what can you do now to put yourself in position when those roles become available?
Some of the top professionals in the field came together to share their advice on this topic.
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