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 and Quality (HAQ) 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 | Location | Presenter(s) | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2025 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Julia E. Moore | Leveraging Implementation Science to Improve Outcomes |
| Oct 20, 2025 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Ward Flemons | Just Culture - A Key Ingredient for Safer Healthcare |
| Nov 17, 2025 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Elissa Rennert-May | CIED Project |
| Dec 15, 2025 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Maria Santana | Patient Engagement PROMS/PREMS |
| Feb 9, 2026 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Bhavini Gohel, Jelena Poprzen, Dr. Dina Fisher & Dr. Joel Chen | Green Team Competition |
| Mar 16, 2026 | TBA | TBA | Annual Symposium Event |
| Apr 20, 2026 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Wendy Levinson | Choosing Wisely |
| May 11, 2026 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Kristin Fraser | Clinical Event Debriefing |
| Jun 15, 2026 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Zoom | Dr. Shawn Dowling | QI Work in ER |
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.
If you experience any issues with the links, please contact Stacey Gustafson at Stacey.Gustafson@ahs.ca
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.
- AIW Stakeholder Analysis Template
- Choosing Wisely Canada
- Communication Matrix Template
- Fishbone Diagram Template
- Institute for Healthcare Improvement
- Measurement & Data Collection Worksheet
- Project Charter (Detailed Sample)
- Project Charter Form
- Standard Flow Map Template
- Swim Lane Process Map Template
- Value Stream Map Template
- Workflow Process Map Template