Safely Converting an Entire Academic Medical Center From Sliding Scale to Basal Bolus Insulin via Implementation of the eGlycemic Management System Publication Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology Date January 2018 Authors Rosalina Newsom,1 Christopher Patty,1 Emma Camarena,1 Regina Sawyer,1 Raymie McFarland,2 Thomas Gray,1 Melanie Mabrey2 ABSTRACT Objective: Hyperglycemia is common in the inpatient setting and providers frequently rely on …
June 11, 2017
Safely Converting From Sliding Scale to Basal Bolus Insulin Across an Entire Medical Center via Implementation of the eGlycemic Management System
Safely Converting From Sliding Scale to Basal Bolus Insulin Across an Entire Medical Center via Implementation of the eGlycemic Management System Reduction in Hypoglycemic Events: 2,434 fewer hypoglycemic events with GM versus UC, resulting in savings of $7,141,356 over the first year, or $2,934 per event. Reduction in Average Length of Stay: 1.67 fewer days, resulting in savings over the …
May 4, 2017
“AUTO Study” AUtomatic Titration tO Target Subcutaneous Basal Bolus Insulin Management Using eGMS in the Non-ICU Setting
“AUTO Study” AUtomatic Titration tO Target: Subcutaneous Basal Bolus Insulin Management Using eGMS in the Non-ICU Setting Presentation American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Scientific & Clinical Congress Date May 2017 Authors Joseph Aloi,1 Jagdeesh Ullal,2,3 Paul Chidester,3 Raymie McFarland4 BACKGROUND Hyperglycemia affects 30-40% of hospitalized patients and can be linked to poor outcomes, including increased mortality, longer length of hospitalization, …
June 12, 2016
A Comparison of Glycemic Outcomes for Two Computerized Insulin Infusion Algorithms in CV Surgery Patients
A Comparison of Glycemic Outcomes for Two Computerized Insulin Infusion Algorithms in CV Surgery Patients Presentation American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions Date June 2016 Authors Valerie Garrett,1 Linda Fornoff,1 Jodie Becker,1 Raymie McFarland,2 Robby Booth,2 Amy Henderson2 BACKGROUND Hyperglycemia in patients undergoing cardiovascular (CV) surgery is an independent risk factor for increased morbidity and mortality. Studies have shown that optimal …
June 6, 2014
Integration and Patient Care Success A Case Study Using an Integrated Glycemic Management System (GMS)
Integration and Patient Care Success: A Case Study Using an Integrated Glycemic Management System (GMS) Presentation American Hospital Association Leadership Summit Date June 2014 Author Paul Chidester Objective Integration of an GMS into 3 different health system EHRs. Evaluate the impact on nursing workflow. Evaluate the effect on glycemic patient care outcomes. Description of the project Sentara Healthcare, Western Tennessee …
Patient Safety Initiative: Reducing Adverse Drug Events (ADE) With an Integrated Electronic Glycemic Management System (GMS)
Patient Safety Initiative: Reducing Adverse Drug Events (ADE) With an Integrated Electronic Glycemic Management System (GMS) Presentation American Hospital Association Leadership Summit Date June 2014 Author Andrew Rhinehart Objective Evaluate an integrated electronic Glycemic Management System (GMS) effect on patient safety by reducing hypoglycemic events. Evaluate electronic GMS effect on glucose variability after a hypoglycemic event as evidenced by reduction …
May 17, 2014
New Interfaces for eGlycemic Management System Save Nursing Time and Improve Patient Outcomes Time and Motion Nursing Study
New Interfaces for eGlycemic Management System Save Nursing Time and Improve Patient Outcomes: Time and Motion Nursing Study Presentation American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Scientific & Clinical Congress Date May 2014 Authors Melanie Mabrey,1 John Clark,2 Johnna Burks,3 Raymie McFarland,4 Harry Hebblewhite,2 Anthony Williams2 Objective Hospitalized patients with critical illness require intense monitoring and dose adjustments of intravenous (IV) insulin …
