The hospital has been awarded the National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider Gold status, in recognition of its outstanding commitment to patient safety and the quality of joint replacements for hip, knee, ankle, elbow, and shoulders.
As part of the NJR’s data quality audit programme, the King’s Lynn hospital successfully demonstrated its ability to meet rigorous data collection standards. This national initiative ensures that the data reported on joint replacement surgeries is both accurate and comprehensive, ultimately improving the safety and effectiveness of these procedures for patients across the region.
Rebecca Martin, Medical Director at The QEH, said: “We are incredibly proud to receive the NJR Quality Data Provider Gold award. Improving patient safety is at the heart of everything we do at The QEH, and we are committed to ensuring that every patient receives the highest standards of care. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our orthopaedic teams and their ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional patient care.”
Mr. Tim Wilton, Medical Director of the NJR, commented: “Congratulations to The QEH team for achieving the NJR Quality Data Provider status. The data collected through the NJR plays a crucial role in informing the quality of care for joint replacement patients, and it provides valuable insights for regulatory bodies like the Care Quality Commission. This award underscores the hospital’s commitment to excellence in patient safety and clinical outcomes.”
The QEH’s achievement reflects the hospital’s strong commitment to evidence-based practice and the continuous improvement of clinical care. By meeting the NJR’s high standards, the team has not only ensured the safety of patients but has also contributed to a global effort to enhance the quality of joint replacement surgery.
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About the National Joint Registry (NJR)
The NJR, which covers England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, and Guernsey, is the world’s largest orthopaedic registry, with more than four million procedure records. It was set up by the Department of Health and has since become an internationally recognised leader in collecting and analysing data on joint replacement surgeries. The NJR plays a key role in monitoring the effectiveness of joint replacement implants, providing early warnings about patient safety, and improving clinical standards across the sector.
For more information about the NJR, visit: https://www.njrcentre.org.uk.
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