Communication is key to excellent patient care. If lines of communication break down, it takes hard work and determination to rectify the issues and mend professional relationships. Such was the case among our anesthesia care teams; and when the issues were identified, members of our department and a devoted group of CRNAs sprang into action creating the Anesthesia Care Team Optimization Committee (ACTOC) in 2019.
More than five years since its inception, ACTOC has successful executed many collaborative accomplishments including educational opportunities at work, team meals, and Anesthesia Scholarly Connections (journal clubs) after hours. Additionally, the committee now offers a High-Performing Care Collaborative program and Lead Infinitely series in conjunction with the UAB Leadership Development Office.
Vision
Blazing the trail to unparalleled perioperative team care
Mission
Optimize the perioperative care of our patients by building and promoting an inclusive, respectful, and fulfilling anesthesia care team
Education Opportunities
ACTOC's focus on teaming and leadership development have created multiple opportunities to gather, share ideas, and become better clinical care teams.
Content Hub
From peer-reviewed articles to podcasts and news updates, use ACTOC's resources as an asset for your education.
Accomplishments
Members of ACTOC work together to create strategic tools and resources to develop professional relationships and educate their peers.
Contact
If you would like more information on educational opportunities or ways to improve your front-line care team, please reach out to one of our leadership contacts listed below.
Matt Sherrer, M.D., MBA, FASA, FAACD
dsherrer@uabmc.edu
Brooke Vining, MNA, CRNA, MSHA, LSSGB, FAANA
abreeves@uabmc.edu