The quality journey in Nigerian healthcare

Quote: It is a development that is fully deserving of celebration by all persons and entities who aspire to see healthcare facilities in Nigeria rise in people’s esteem, as well as improving in their outcomes

Last week, a little-trumpeted piece of news was received. The International Society for Quality in Healthcare (ISQua) has accredited the quality standards set by the Society for Quality Health in Nigeria for the purpose of evaluating healthcare facilities in Nigeria.

ISQua is a body that was set up in 1985 “to promote quality and safety in healthcare through international cooperation and collaboration”. It is based in Ireland, and it serves as the global hub for Quality Improvement in Healthcare. Through partnerships with various organizations, such as the WHO, the World Bank, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), International Hospital Federation (IHF), Institute for Clinical Effectiveness and Health Policy (IECS), Joint Commission International, and the UK’s National Health Service, among others, it has established itself as the reference point for definition, pursuit and training in Quality in the healthcare workspace.

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