A Safer World by Preventing Medication Errors

For over 30 years, ISMP has been a global leader in patient safety as the first non-profit organization dedicated to the collaborative development, education, and advocacy of safe medication practices.

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Upcoming Events

Workshops

Medication Safety Intensive- April 2019

Co-sponsored

An ICW Presentation at ANA Quality and Innovation Conference

Co-sponsored

An Evening Symposium conducted at the INS Annual Conference

Co-sponsored

A Sunrise Session conducted at the AACN NTI Exposition

Medication Safety Highlights

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Guidelines

Draft Smart Pump Guidelines

Public comments accepted through April 26, 2019.
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Upcoming Events

Improving Intravenous Drug Delivery Safety
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Quarterwatch

Focus on Three Psychoactive Drugs
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Guidelines

Guidelines for the Safe Use of Automated Dispensing Cabinets

Released on February 7, 2019
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Upcoming Events

Manage the Safety Risks Associated with IV Push Medication Use
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Tools and Resources

Gap Analysis Tool for Safe IV Push Medication Practices

Submission deadline- April 30, 2019.
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Guidelines

Safe Electronic Communication of Medication Information

Released on January 16, 2019
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Account Setup

Set Up Your Account to Access Resources and Subscriptions
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Workshops

Register Now for an MSI Workshop

Next workshop- April 25 & 26 in Houston, TX.
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Consulting Services

Be Proactive With an ISMP Risk Assessment

Research and advocacy are at the foundation of everything we do.

ISMP is committed to promoting the research, creation, awareness, and adoption of safe medication practices.  Our strong relationships with healthcare professionals, accrediting bodies, policy makers, regulatory agencies, and standards-setting organizations enable us to significantly impact the future of safe medication practices, protecting millions of patients.

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