Better Care for Rare Disease Patients: The Power of Quality Improvement

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Better Care for Rare Disease Patients: The Power of Quality Improvement

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET
1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and P.A.C.E.®
Credit Claiming by November 30, 2026

Session Description

This talk will explore how quality improvement (QI) methodologies can be used to identify gaps in genetic healthcare
and develop practical, sustainable solutions. Through examples from clinical genetics and metabolism, participants
will learn how QI tools can improve diagnostic processes, care coordination, communication, and patient outcomes.
The presentation will highlight how small, data-driven changes can lead to meaningful improvements in the quality
and equity of care for individuals and families living with genetic conditions.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  1. Define the key principles and components of quality improvement (QI) and distinguish QI from research
  2. Identify how the application of QI tools and methodologies differs 
  3. Identify one opportunity within your own practice where a quality improvement approach could
    meaningfully improve outcomes for patients and families