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In response to an unprecedented surge in
applications, the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and
Healthcare Providers (NABH) has announced the deferment of the NABH
Stroke Care Certification Standards Training Programme. Initially
scheduled for December 13 to 15, 2023, the program will now take place
from January 29 to 31, 2024. This decision aims to facilitate optimal
screening of the overwhelming number of applications received.
The
Stroke Care assessor course, a crucial element in the drive to enhance
stroke care standards, has garnered substantial interest from healthcare
professionals across the country. The NABH Stroke Care Certification
Standards Training Programme is designed to equip participants with the
necessary skills to uphold quality standards in stroke centres, ensuring
timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and rehabilitation services.
The
NABH's decision follows the release of the first edition of NABH
Certification standards for stroke care centres in October 2023. All
healthcare centres were urged to apply for accreditation based on
self-assessment of these standards.
In collaboration with the
World Stroke Organization (WSO), the NABH has taken significant strides
in aligning stroke care standards with global best practices. An MoU
signed in November 2022 paved the way for the launch of a stroke centre
certification programme in India. The integration of WSO standards into
the NABH format ensures that the programme aligns seamlessly with
existing hospital accreditation processes.
The NABH's initiative
provides a downloadable document containing standards and Key
Performance Indicators (KPIs), available free of charge on the NABH
website (www.nabh.co). Additionally, a user-friendly Self-Assessment
Toolkit (SAT) and an online application portal have been introduced to
facilitate a smooth application process for the Stroke Accreditation
Programme.
Stroke, a major non-communicable disease, is a leading
cause of death and disability worldwide, responsible for 3.5% of
disability-adjusted life years (DALY) in India. With more than
two-thirds of strokes occurring in low- and middle-income countries, the
gap in stroke care services is a significant challenge.
Dr Atul
Mohan Kochhar, CEO of NABH, has urged all stroke care centers in India
to embrace the accreditation opportunity, emphasizing the potential to
improve the scope for the delivery of patient care services. The
adoption and implementation of standardized stroke care standards are
seen as crucial steps in guiding efficient and effective management in
stroke centers.
The deferred training program and the subsequent
accreditation initiative by NABH mark a proactive approach towards
elevating stroke care standards in India. This will further contribute
to improved patient outcomes and a more robust healthcare system. |
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