MHA6999 SEMINAR IN HEALTHCARE CASES– WEEK 2 LECTURE, DISCUSSION, AND PROJECT INSTRUCTIONS

This week, we will review two case studies:Medication ErrorThe Electronic Medical Record: Efficient Medical Care or Disaster in the Making?These case studies will cover topics on quality/patient safety and finance, which include making decisions and addressing concerns as a healthcare leader. You will have the opportunity to discuss a case among your fellow students and perform a written analysis on the case.Your Learning Objectives for the Week:Formulate recommendations for enhancing health care organizational effectiveness based on analysis of systems for planning, decision-making, budgeting, and control.Interpret the formulation and implementation of business strategies in health care organizations, models of strategic management, and the role of stakeholders in the strategic management process.Critique healthcare reform process in the US health care system, reviewing major proposals for system reform currently under consideration including governance and accountability models.