Building a Sustainable Health System | Anesthesiology Grand Rounds

Recorded live on August 5th, 2024.

In this recorded Anesthesiology Grand Rounds presentation, Dr. Arash Motamad discusses the challenges and approaches to achieving carbon neutrality and sustainability in healthcare. He examines the urgency of addressing climate change, the lack of significant progress despite awareness, and the need for systemic change beyond individual efforts. Dr. Motamad explores various strategies to drive sustainability initiatives effectively, including storytelling, agenda-setting models, and change management frameworks. He also shares successful sustainability projects implemented at the Keck Hospital of the University of Southern California, such as reducing anesthetic gas waste, propofol waste, and unnecessary workups. Overall, the presentation aims to inspire collaborative efforts and policy changes to accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable healthcare system.


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Learning Objectives:
1. Collaborate with other institutions and organizations to advocate for policy changes and system-wide sustainability initiatives in healthcare.
2. Engage with regulatory bodies, professional societies, and governing entities to influence policies and guidelines related to sustainable practices in healthcare.
3. Develop compelling narratives and storytelling approaches to effectively communicate the urgency and importance of sustainability initiatives.
4. Build coalitions and guiding teams within healthcare organizations to drive and support sustainability efforts.
5. Identify and celebrate short-term wins to build momentum and anchor sustainability practices within organizational culture.
6. Conduct life cycle assessments and gather data to evaluate the environmental impact of various medical practices and equipment.
7. Explore opportunities to reduce waste, optimize resource utilization, and introduce reusable or sustainable alternatives in healthcare settings.
8. Collaborate with researchers and multidisciplinary teams to analyze and publish findings on healthcare sustainability initiatives.

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