Emergency Department Support Services
Ensures radiology, laboratory, and other support services are prepared, aligned, and responsive to pediatric-specific needs within emergency department workflows.
Why it matters: Reduces delays, unnecessary radiation exposure, and inappropriate testing that can affect outcomes and length of stay.
Key focus areas: Pediatric protocols, turnaround times, and communication between services.
Who to engage: Radiology and laboratory leadership, ED leadership, PECCs.
Getting started: Review pediatric imaging and laboratory workflows and identify gaps in protocols or coordination.