As you know by reading earlier postings Melodina fervently hoped that her experiences at the Hospital for Sick Children could be used to help the hospital change some of the things they do and thus make life better for future sick children and their families. In addition to the recommendations that were presented to us last March, Sick Kids has confirmed that even more changes are being made as a direct result of Melodina's experience, my report and a formal review by the hospital.
These changes include the following. A new model for "rounds" is to be established and "Family centered rounds have commenced." A number of hospital wide initiatives concerning challenging situations which should improve two way communication in particularly with immigrants, teens and all families including additional training for staff on several wards.
In addition "the hospital has embraced a new strategic direction - hospital wide service excellence." All of the above and those initiatives outlined in my April posting are just some of the changes being made. We are grateful that the Hospital for Sick Children has a culture of "how can we do it better." It gives us hope for a better future for children here and around the world. With that in mind my next posting will outline a new fundraising effort on behalf of The Sick Kids Foundation being launched by Melodina's family and friends.
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