DRIVING
PATIENT SAFETY FORWARD
European Patient Safety Foundation is an independent foundation, uniting experts and leading organisations to drive patient safety forward across Europe.
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1 in every 10 patients is harmed in health care. (1)
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3m
3 million deaths occur annually due to unsafe care. (1)
13%
The direct cost
of treating patients who have been harmed during their care approaches 13% of health spending. (2)
50%
Above 50% of harm (1 in every 20 patients) is preventable. (1)
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WHAT WE DO
Through partnership with leading organisations and experts we are developing collaborative initiatives to advance patient safety across Europe.
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WORKING THEMES
WELL-BEING AND SAFETY OF THE HEALTHCARE WORKERS
IMPLEMEN-TATION
CHALLENGES
PATIENT INVOLVEMENT
LEADERSHIP, TEAM AND ORGANISA-TIONAL PERFORMANCE
SAFETY CULTURE
ANNUAL PATIENT SAFETY CONFERENCE
Every year, in addition to other campaigns and activities, EUPSF organises a conference dedicated to patient safety key issues and latest developments.
Our last year's conference entitled "ENHANCING PATIENT SAFETY THROUGH DIGITAL INNOVATION: THE MISSING LINKS" took place on 8 November 2024 in Madrid.
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​SAVE THE DATE: 2025 Patient Safety Conference will take on 24 October 2025 in Munich, Germany.
READING TIP
At a time when the potential of technological innovation to improve patient safety and patient outcomes is increasingly undeniable, tangible results are still a long way off. What are the missing links that prevent the vision of breakthrough digital solutions from translating into genuine improvements in patient safety and outcomes?
This EUPSF award, inspired by the "butterfly effect" honours innovative and accessible practices that have a measurable, positive impact on patient safety.
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2024 BIAPS WINNER
The ERNST Consortium (COST Action 19113): The European Researchers’ Network Working on Second Victims.
Presented by Prof. José Joaquín Mira of Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Spain, and Prof. Dr. Reinhard Strametz of Wiesbaden Institute for Healthcare Economics and Patient Safety (WiHelP), Germany, this project supports healthcare professionals experiencing emotional distress following patient safety incidents, commonly known as “second-victim syndrome.” Through a collaborative network, the ERNST Consortium provides essential resources to reduce long-term psychological impacts on these professionals, ultimately enhancing patient safety and outcomes.
AFFILIATE
BENEFITS
Collaborative projects
Possibility to contribute to development and implementation of projects.
Network
Access to European multidisciplinary network promoting the exchange of
knowledge and best practices.
EUPSF Governance
Being part of the Council of Affiliates with real impact on the steering of the
Foundation and possibility to be part of the EUPSF Board.
Patient Safety Conference
Invitation to participate in the programme of the conference;
One complimentary conference registration
Visibility
Promotion of the collaboration and partnership and patient safety commitment
on www.eupsf.org and project websites.
STRONGER
TOGETHER
We are proud to be working with leading patient safety experts and organisations across Europe. We accelerate implementation of patient safety initiatives by creating a united network who share knowledge, tools and recommendations.
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OUR SUPPORTERS
OUR INDUSTRY STARTERS
