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Education & QI Resources/Tools

The Health Analytics & Quality (HAQ) Speaker Series is a monthly forum designed for quality improvement (QI) practitioners looking to expand their knowledge and share experiences with peers. Sessions feature interactive scholarly lectures with invited speakers, covering topics such as methodology, tools, research, leadership, and data. As an essential resource for the QI community of practice, this forum fosters constructive feedback, debate, and discussion. By the end of the series, participants will be able to explain the core principles and key concepts of QI, compare different models and frameworks, and apply QI tools and techniques in practice. They will also gain the skills to design and implement QI projects, evaluate outcomes using both qualitative and quantitative methods, integrate ethical considerations into their initiatives, and assess the impact of digital transformation on QI processes.

Speaker Series

The Health Analytics, Safety and Quality (HAS&QI) Working Group hosts a speaker series from September through June, offering an interactive platform for quality improvement (QI) practitioners to share knowledge and experiences. Each session features invited speakers presenting on themes such as QI methodology, tools, research, leadership, and data-driven strategies. These scholarly lectures promote collaboration and learning within the Department of Medicine (DOM). Information about upcoming HAQ sessions is shared through DOM Announcements and Newsletters.

Speaker Series Schedule

Date & Time         LocationPresenter(s)         Topic
Sep 14, 2026
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomMei Lan Liem-Beckett & Adelia SantosRLS for Quality Improvement
Oct 19, 2026
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Michael Mengel APL Opportunities for Collaboration 
Nov 16, 2026
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Jerome Leiss TBA
Dec 14, 2026
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Maria Santana PROMS/PREMS 
Feb 8, 2027
9:00 – 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Alain Tremblay AI Analyzing CT scans for Lung Cancer Screening 
March 2027
 		TBATBAAnnual Symposium Event
Apr 19, 2027
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Wendy YeHAQ Award Winner 
May 10, 2027
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Natalia Rydz HAQ Award Winner 
Jun 14, 2027
9:00 - 10:00 AM		ZoomDr. Jamie BenhamCC Validation Initiative - Developing a Gestational Diabetes Cohort in ConnectCare

Please note: Access to recordings and slides must be granted before viewing. This process may take 20–90 minutes during regular business hours. Requests made on weekends may not be completed until the next business day.

Access notice: SharePoint access is currently limited to UCalgary and AHS email domains. Access for other pillars is in progress.
 

If you experience any issues with the links, please contact Stacey Gustafson at Stacey.Gustafson@ahs.ca

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Pebble in the Shoe Wellness Project

The Pebble in the Shoe Wellness Project is a quality improvement (QI) initiative designed to enhance workplace wellness by addressing small but frustrating workflow issues that impact daily efficiency and satisfaction. Open to all sections within the Calgary Zone Department of Medicine, the project brings together small teams of physicians, staff, and administrators to identify and solve localized challenges using simple QI methods. Participants collect baseline data, apply structured tools, and measure outcomes to demonstrate meaningful improvements in workflow and joy-in-work. Supported with templates, guidance, and coaching, teams work through a structured timeline culminating in a short showcase presentation to share results and learning.

 

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Educational Resources

The Health Analytics and Quality (HAQ) Working Group offers educational resources to support data-driven decision-making and quality improvement in healthcare. From guides to training materials, these tools help enhance understanding of health analytics and performance measurement. Explore the resources below to learn more.