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O N T H E C O V E RMapping the brain. Reading genetic markers.Navigating with GPS-like systems.The stunning advances in the neurosciences have meant new life and newhope for millions of people with neurological diseases and disorders.Yet the human brain still holds vast mysteries. For many, the keys tounlocking them have yet to be found. But we are getting closer.The researchers and physicians at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute arecommitted to unlocking these mysteries. Swedish now has one of the largestbrain tumor research projects in the country. Through close collaborationwith other renowned experts in the region, researchers strive to find the curefor a host of diseases.For information on how you can help, contact theSwedish Medical Center Foundation at 206-386-2738.Cover art by M. Durrant
There was a time in health care when any hospitalcould say it delivers quality health care, and no onewould question it. But times have changed, and intoday’s world, you can’t just claim to do quality work – you haveto prove it.The physicians, nurses and other clinical staff at Swedish aredoing just that. By following proven clinical processes, they areworking to do things right the first time, every time. It’s part of our commitmentto quality, and it’s the reason we signed on to participate in the national 100,000lives campaign to reduce medical errors in hospitals.Recently, our work in this area was featured in a PBS series titled “TheRemaking of American Medicine.” The documentary showcased our qualityimprovement initiatives and captured the passion and dedication our staff hasfor this work. It is a moving and inspiring piece, and I am honored that PBSthought our story worth sharing at a national level.Swedish is also working to improve quality by replacing paper patient recordswith a secure electronic medical record. With our new state-of-the-art clinicalinformation system, our staff will have vital patient information at their fingertips,which is especially critical when they need to make immediate, life-savingdecisions. The new system – a $120 million investment for Swedish – will go livein phases beginning in 2007, and much work is taking place behind the scenes tomake it a success.Whether we are pursuing clinical research or continuous quality improvement,our work would not be possible without the generosity of donors like you.As I prepare for my upcoming retirement and reflect on my tenure here, I wantto thank you for your ongoing support of our nonprofit mission.I wish you all the very best in the new year.Richard H. PetersonPresident and Chief Executive Officer
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