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Leading Swedish University Hospital and Encare Expand ERAS® Project to Improve Urological Care

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Encare is taking further steps in its work with ERAS® (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) to support healthcare providers in optimizing care processes and enhancing the patient experience. Karolinska University Hospital is expanding its ERAS® project to include urology, reflecting its ongoing commitment to enhancing care quality and enabling faster, evidence-based recovery for patients undergoing surgery.

This development enables more clinical teams at Karolinska University Hospital, supported by Encare’s digital platform ERAS® Interactive Audit System (EIAS), to systematically monitor and analyze treatment outcomes. EIAS equips clinical teams with detailed insights into surgical processes and adherence to evidence-based protocols, enabling data-driven improvements and fostering optimal patient outcomes.

“This expansion demonstrates Karolinska University Hospital’s dedication to advancing evidence-based, patient-centered care” says Rasmus Waller, CEO of Encare. “We’re proud to contribute with EIAS, empowering clinical teams to deliver even better outcomes and patient experiences. This aligns perfectly with our vision of driving progress in evidence-based care.”

Building on its successful implementation of ERAS® protocols in other surgical specialties, Karolinska University Hospital is now integrating these practices into urology, reinforcing its position as a leader in European healthcare innovation

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The Galliera Hospital in Genoa, Italy, Achieves ERAS® Qualification in Urology! 

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The Galliera Hospital in Genoa, Italy, Achieves ERAS® Qualification in Urology!

We are thrilled to celebrate the success of the urology department at the Galliera Hospital in Genoa, Italy, which recently completed their ERAS® Implementation Program in their urology surgical pathway

Under the leadership of Dr. Carlo Introini and Dr. Claudi Brusasco, the team embarked on their ERAS® implementation in November 2023. Over the course of 12 months, they have made great progress in adapting and optimizing their perioperative processes to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Achievements:

  • Reduced overall complication rates from 56% to 33%.
  • Decreased the average length of stay by 3 days, showcasing the power of ERAS® Protocols in accelerating recovery and improving healthcare efficiency

 

This transformation was made possible by support from Encare’s partner Medtronic and the expert guidance of Dr. Ilaria Lucca, Dr. Catherine Blanc, and ERAS® Coach Valérie Addor from the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV) in Lausanne, Switzerland.

We wish the team at Galliera Hospital continued success as they sustain their ERAS® work and continue to improve care for their patients!

Read more about their results here

Learn how your hospital can become ERAS® Qualified here

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Policlinico San Marco, department of General, Oncologic and Bariatric Surgery – receives the ERAS® Qualification!

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The Policlinico San Marco (part of Gruppo San Donato) in Italy is a high volume Center for Bariatric Surgery and a primary center for General surgery. They recently completed their ERAS® Implementation Program within Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery.

Lead by Prof. Stefano Olmi & Dr. Giovanni Cesana, the teams started their ERAS® journey late 2022 and both teams have during the program been able to adapt and modify many of the peri-operative processes in their clinical practice, to further enhance and improve patient outcome.

The team has been supported by Encare’s partner Medtronic and they were trained by Dr Guido Liddo, and Dr Stéphane Ilunga as well as ERAS® Coach Agathe Gennin of the ERAS® Center of Excellence Valenciennes Hospital, France.

We wish them continued success in sustaining their ERAS® work and improve care for their patients!

To learn more how to become ERAS® Qualified, please read more here.

Elevate Your Perioperative Surgery Standards with ERAS® Protocols

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Elevate Your Perioperative Surgery Standards with ERAS® Protocols

A consistent, high standard of care across all service lines is critical to reduce variability and improve patient outcomes after surgery. Implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) protocols is a proven strategy to achieve this goal, establishing a unified approach that guarantees every patient receives the same level of excellence, no matter where or what type of surgery they undergo.

Introducing ERAS® Essentials – Simplifying Excellence Across All Surgical Service Lines

Encare now introduces ERAS® Essentials, a groundbreaking protocol designed to extend the benefits of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery across a range of surgical service lines within the healthcare system. ERAS® Essentials is based on the comprehensive principles outlined in “Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: A Complete Guide to Optimizing Outcomes” ERAS® Essentials is designed to scale and covers both emergency and elective surgeries.

The Critical Need for a Unified Standard of Care

Traditionally, ERAS® guidelines have been developed for specific surgical procedures, such as pancreaticoduodenectomy or colorectal resections.1 However, the need for a consistent, cross service line standard of care has led to the development of ERAS® Essentials, which provides evidence-based recommendations that can be applied across various surgical procedures.

Implementing ERAS® across service lines ensures that all patients, whether undergoing emergency or elective surgeries, benefit from the principles of enhanced recovery. ERAS® Essentials serves as a foundational step, providing a strong framework that can support broader applications of ERAS® principles across various surgical procedures as needed in the future. This holistic approach allows for broader and faster application of ERAS® protocols, improving outcomes for a wider range of patients.

Elevating Care Through Benchmarking and Global Collaboration

ERAS® Essentials enables benchmarking on a global, national and local level to drive continuous improvement towards best-in-class patient outcomes. Being part of the ERAS® community connects your healthcare system with an international network of high-quality providers. This global collaboration fosters the exchange of best practices, insights, and innovations, ensuring that your institution remains at the forefront of surgical care excellence.

Key Benefits of Implementing ERAS® Essentials Across All Surgical Service lines

  • Consistency in Care ERAS® Essentials is designed to help the care provider ensure that every patient, undergoing major surgery, receives the same high level of care. This uniformity is crucial in minimizing risks, reducing variability, and ensuring patient safety, as well as length of stay, regardless of the surgical team or procedure.4
  • Improved Patient Outcomes By standardizing care across all service lines, the use of ERAS® Essentials helps the hospital team to reduce complications, shorten hospital stays, and accelerate recovery times. Research shows that patients managed under ERAS® Protocols consistently experience better outcomes across various surgical disciplines. 2,3
  • Cost Efficiency Standardizing care not only improves outcomes but also reduces costs. By being able to minimize complications and readmissions, the use of ERAS® Essentials drives significant cost savings, making it a financially sound choice for any healthcare provider. 4, 5
  • Service Line Agnostic ERAS® Essentials is designed to be adaptable across a range of surgical disciplines, ensuring that every surgical department benefits from the same rigorous, evidence-based care protocols, whether for emergency or elective surgeries. 6, 7
  • Enhancing WHO Surgical Safety Compliance ERAS® Essentials covers the key aspects of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and integrates elements that complement ERAS protocols, reinforcing critical safety practices. This combined approach aligns surgical teams with evidence-based strategies, promoting patient safety and optimized recovery.8

Implementing ERAS® Essentials – A Commitment to Consistency and Excellence

By adopting ERAS® Essentials across a range of surgical service lines, healthcare providers can ensure a high minimum level of standard care for every patient. This unified approach not only improves patient outcomes but also fosters a culture of excellence and continuous improvement throughout the entire healthcare system. As the first critical step, ERAS® Essentials lays the groundwork for the implementation of more specific ERAS® protocols tailored to individual surgical procedures. Join the growing number of healthcare facilities worldwide that are implementing ERAS® Essentials to create a cohesive standard of care across all surgical service lines. This commitment to consistency will not only elevate patient outcomes but also enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and solidify your reputation as a leader in high-quality, patient-centered care. For more information on implementing continuous auditing in your institution, please contact us at Encare.

References

  1. Engelhardt KE, Greenberg RS, Golub RM. Perioperative Care of Neonates: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) Guidelines. JAMA Surg. 2023;158(2):108-118
  2. Varadhan KK, Neal KR, Dejong CH, Fearon KC, Ljungqvist O, Lobo DN. The enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS®) pathway for patients undergoing major elective open colorectal surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Clin Nutr. 2010;29(4):434-440.
  3. Greco M, Capretti G, Beretta L, Gemma M, Pecorelli N, Braga M. Enhanced recovery program in colorectal surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. *World J Surg*. 2014;38(6):1531-1541.
  4. Ljungqvist O, Scott M, Fearon KC. Enhanced recovery after surgery: a review. JAMA Surg. 2017;152(3):292-298.
  5. Lee L, Li C, Landry T, Latimer E, Carli F, Fried GM. A systematic review of economic evaluations of enhanced recovery pathways for colorectal surgery. Ann Surg. 2014;259(4):670-676.
  6. Abola RE, Gan TJ. Enhanced recovery after surgery programs: controversies and answers. Best Pract Res Clin Anaesthesiol. 2019;33(1):99-112.
  7. Barber EL, Van Le L. Enhanced recovery pathways in gynecology and gynecologic oncology. Obstet Gynecol Surv. 2015;70(12):780-792.
  8. Pilkington M, Nelson G, Cauley C, Holder K, Ljungqvist O, Molina G, Oodit R, Brindle M.E. Development of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Surgical Safety Checklist Through a Modified Delphi Process. JAMA 2023:6(2):e2248460.

WHY CONTINUOUS AUDITING IN PERIOPERATIVE CARE?

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WHY CONTINUOUS AUDITING IN PERIOPERATIVE CARE?

  • Continuous Auditing of Surgical Processes: Enhancing Patient Outcomes and Operational Efficiency.

“It is not enough to do your best; you must know what to do, and then do your best.” /W. Edwards Deming

In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, continuous auditing of surgical processes is crucial for improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Extensive research supports this practice, demonstrating the significant impact of systematic monitoring and evaluation in surgical care.

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The ERAS® Interactive
Audit System (EIAS)

Why Continuous Auditing in Perioperative Care

  1. Improved Patient Outcomes
    Of the 313 million major surgeries performed globally every year, as many as 50 million patients experience complications after surgery. Studies indicate that up to half of these complications are preventable if best practices are followed. Continuous auditing allows for real-time monitoring of surgical processes, enabling immediate identification and rectification of deviations from best practices. Proactive auditing significantly reduces postoperative complications and enhances overall patient recovery rates.

  2. Data-Driven Decision Making
    Regular audits generate a wealth of data that can be analyzed to identify trends, areas for improvement, and the effectiveness of implemented changes. This data-driven approach ensures clinical decisions are based on empirical evidence, leading to more effective and efficient patient care strategies.

  3. Standardization of Care
    Auditing helps standardize surgical procedures by ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines. This uniformity in practice reduces variability in patient outcomes and fosters a culture of excellence and reliability within surgical teams.

  4. Cost Efficiency
    By identifying inefficiencies and areas of waste, continuous auditing contributes to significant cost savings. Improved surgical outcomes and reduced complication rates lead to shorter hospital stays and lower overall healthcare costs. Furthermore, better quality care often results in lower costs, as highlighted in value-based healthcare models, which emphasize that higher quality care leads to fewer complications, readmissions, and resource utilization.

  5. Enhanced Accountability and Compliance
    Regular audits ensure surgical teams remain accountable for their practices, fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement and compliance with regulatory standards. This accountability is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient safety and adherence to national and regional quality standards and requirements.

  6. Comprehensive Compliance with ERAS® Guidelines
    The Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)® Guidelines encompass a comprehensive set of compliance items, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care protocols. Continuous auditing ensures adherence to these guidelines, designed to optimize patient outcomes and recovery. Monitoring compliance with each element of ERAS® protocols helps identify gaps in practice and areas for improvement, leading to more consistent and high-quality care.

 

HOW TO AUDIT?

  • Implementing Continuous Auditing in Surgical Processes.

  1. Establish Clear Objectives
    Define specific goals for the auditing process, such as reducing infection rates, improving adherence to surgical techniques, or enhancing patient satisfaction. Start by establishing a pre-ERAS® baseline to define and set these objectives effectively.

  2. Implement Standardized Comprehensive Audit Tool
    Utilize a proven standard tool like the international ERAS® Interactive Audit System (EIAS) instead of developing local tools, which may lack consistency and comprehensiveness. EIAS ensures robust data collection, allowing for effective monitoring, continuous improvement, and participation in multi-center and multi-country clinical trials and research.

  3. Train and Empower StaffTrain and Empower Staff
    Ensure all members of the surgical team are adequately trained in the auditing process and understand its importance. Training should also include the latest best practices, such as ERAS® guideline knowledge and understanding. Empower staff to actively participate in audits and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

  4. Utilize Technology
    Leverage technology to streamline the auditing process, such as electronic health records (EHR) systems and data analytics platforms. Dedicated ERAS auditing tools like EIAS are crucial, as locally developed tools often lack the consistency and comprehensiveness necessary for effective auditing and do not enable international benchmarking and research.

  5. Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement
    Encourage a culture where continuous improvement is valued and rewarded. Regularly review audit findings with the surgical team and collaboratively develop action plans to address identified issues.

  6. The Importance of Auditing Both Processes and Outcomes
    Measuring outcomes is essential, but it’s only part of the equation. Without auditing the processes that lead to these outcomes, healthcare providers are left reacting to issues rather than preventing them. Auditing processes allow for early detection and correction of problems before they impact patient results. This dual focus on both process and outcome data is critical for making fully informed, data-driven decisions.
    With actionable data from both processes and outcomes, providers can pinpoint specific areas of improvement within the surgical workflow, leading to more effective and timely interventions. This comprehensive approach enables providers to achieve better patient outcomes, improve patient safety and sustain these improvements over time, ultimately driving consistently higher standards of care and greater operational efficiency.

THE SHOW MUST GO ON!

The Rationale for Continuous Auditing

Continuous auditing should be an ongoing process rather than a time-limited project. Research has shown that ongoing audits lead to sustained improvements in patient outcomes, lower complication rates, and better adherence to protocols. Stopping the auditing process can result in regression to previous less effective practices and the loss of gains achieved through continuous improvement efforts. Therefore, maintaining a continuous auditing process is essential for long-term success and consistent quality of care.
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CONCLUSIONS

Continuous auditing of surgical processes is a cornerstone of modern surgical care, providing numerous benefits to both patients and healthcare institutions.
By embracing this practice, healthcare institutions can ensure the highest standards of patient care, operational efficiency, and compliance with quality standards. The commitment to continuous improvement ultimately leads to better patient outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, and a more resilient and effective healthcare system.

For more information on implementing continuous auditing in your institution, please contact us at Encare.

“You can’t manage what you don’t measure” /Peter Drucker
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DIY ERAS vs ERAS® by Encare

 

  • Guideline
    Interpretation
  • Compliance
  • Actionable Data

  • Updates and Improvements
  • Proven
  • International
    Community
  • ERAS® Qualification / Center of Excellence (CoE)
  • Availability
  • Technical and
    Clinical Support
  • Research

DIY ERAS

  • Dependent on the at all times locally available clinical knowledge and will not be 100 % in line with guideline author’s interpretation
  • At best partially compliant
  • At best partially - normally either only process data or outcome data

  • Ad hoc updates dependent on local resource constraints Not at the same time as the other ERAS hospitals
  • Reinvent the wheel

  • Not available
  • Not available
  • When the hospital has had the time and resources to develop the necessary tools
  • Requires internal support to be set up
  • Probably single center trials – national coverage at best

ERAS® by Encare

  • Encare develop the EIAS protocol with the ERAS® guideline author and ensure a 100 % interpretation including access to ERAS® Society trainers, coaches and authors
  • The only way to consistently monitor the official ERAS® compliance
  • Both comprehensive Process and Outcome data enabling to pinpoint specific areas of improvement
  • EIAS is a SaaS solution and when the ERAS® guideline is updated, the EIAS protocol is updated for all hospitals at the same time. The SaaS solution is continuously improved based on different input from all Encare customers
  • The solution has been battle tested at > 300 teams in + 30 countries for +15 years
  • Possible to benchmark your results with many of the most prominent hospitals in the world and take part in multi-center research projects as all gather data in an uniform way
  • If the team meets the ERAS® Society standards, the team will be awarded an ERAS® Qualification and can possibly become an ERAS® Center of Excellence
  • Instantaneously available once the contract is signed
  • Access to ERAS® clinical expertise or Encare solution support in the same support channel
  • Multi-center and multi-country trials enabling RRCTs

REFERENCES

  1. Kehlet H, Wilmore DW. Evidence-based surgical care and the evolution of fast-track surgery. *Ann Surg*. 2008;248(2):189-198.

  2. Ljungqvist O, Scott M, Fearon KC. Enhanced recovery after surgery: a review. *JAMA Surg*. 2017;152(3):292-298.

  3. Gustafsson UO, Scott MJ, Schwenk W, et al. Guidelines for perioperative care in elective colonic surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Society recommendations. *World J Surg*. 2013;37(2):259-284.

  4. Adamina M, Kehlet H, Tomlinson GA, Senagore AJ, Delaney CP. Enhanced recovery pathways optimize health outcomes and resource utilization: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in colorectal surgery. *Surgery*. 2011;149(6):830-840.

  5. Greco M, Capretti G, Beretta L, Gemma M, Pecorelli N, Braga M. Enhanced recovery program in colorectal surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. *World J Surg*. 2014;38(6):1531-1541.

  6. Melnyk M, Casey RG, Black P, Koupparis AJ. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols: time to change practice? *Can Urol Assoc J*. 2011;5(5):342-348.

  7. Lee L, Li C, Landry T, Latimer E, Carli F, Fried GM. A systematic review of economic evaluations of enhanced recovery pathways for colorectal surgery. *Ann Surg*. 2014;259(4):670-676.

  8. Thiele RH, Rea KM, Turrentine FE, et al. Standardization of care: impact of an enhanced recovery protocol on length of stay, complications, and direct costs after colorectal surgery. *J Am Coll Surg*. 2015;220(4):430-443.

  9. Varadhan KK, Neal KR, Dejong CH, Fearon KC, Ljungqvist O, Lobo DN. The enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathway for patients undergoing major elective open colorectal surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. *Clin Nutr*. 2010;29(4):434-440.

  10. Gustafsson UO, Hausel J, Thorell A, Ljungqvist O, Soop M, Nygren J. Adherence to the enhanced recovery after surgery protocol and outcomes after colorectal cancer surgery. *Arch Surg*. 2011;146(5):

Rasmus Waller appointed new CEO at Encare

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Rasmus Waller has been appointed the new CEO of Encare. ​

Prior to joining Encare, he served as a CCO for Platform24, the market-leading player of digital platforms for virtual healthcare. Rasmus Waller took office on August 25.​

Rasmus Waller started as the new CEO at Encare on August 25. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Platform 24, the market-leading player in virtual care for both public healthcare providers and health insurance companies. Previously, he served as Vice President of Sales at the medical record system company Cambio Healthcare System and was responsible for several international ventures, among other things. In total, Rasmus Waller has more than 20 years of health tech experience.​

“We are very pleased to welcome Rasmus Waller as CEO of Encare. Rasmus deeply understands the healthcare market and has a well-proven track record of building strong customer relationships and managing rapid growth in Sweden and abroad. With his drive and business acumen, he will be able to lead Encare’s operations forward following our offensive strategy,” says Sören Johansson, chairman of the board at Encare.​

Rasmus Waller takes office in conjunction with the company’s capital raising of SEK 26 million in a share issue led by Sciety. The new capital will accelerate international expansion and strengthen the organization in product development.​

“I am thrilled to take on this new challenge and responsibility of leading Encare, a company with a unique offer and positioning. Few health tech companies can offer a solution whose beneficial effects – better and more cost-effective healthcare – are repeatedly proven in published studies. It is also fascinating that Encare is a global company that operates on five continents. I see great opportunities for Encare to accelerate its growth, and I hope to be able to contribute with my drive and experience in growing companies when Encare is now scaling up. And I look forward to doing my best to complement an already solid team on this journey”, says Rasmus Waller.​

“I also want to take the opportunity to thank Anna Pettersson as interim CEO and Sören Johansson as working chairman of the board for his work with the share issue. As a result, Encare can now accelerate globally while we develop our internal organization”, says Rasmus Waller. ​

ERAS® QUALIFIED – MEDICA URUGUAYA CORP DE ASISTENCIA MÉDICA, URUGUAY

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A second team of the Medica Uruguaya Corp de Asistencia Médica, Uruguay completed a Gynaecology implementation after a lot of hard work and determination and have now been ERAS® Qualified.They were trained by Prof Adrian Alvarez and Dr Uriel Fraidenraij of ERAS® Center of Excellence, University Hospital Italiano, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Encare has raised SEK 26 million to accelerate global expansion

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Encare has raised SEK 26 million to accelerate global expansion

Encare has raised SEK 26 million in an issue led by Sciety. The new capital will accelerate our international growth and further develop the web-based SaaS-solution that contributes to improving surgical outcomes.

“We are happy to note the great interest in Encare, despite the difficult market situation. This capital injection makes it possible to continue expanding our business and develop our SaaS- solution that helps healthcare providers reduce suffering and costs associated with surgery,” says Sören Johansson, chairman of the board of Encare.
Encare has developed a unique software solution enabling healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The cloud-based, interactive software facilitates a qualitative and effective implementation and follow-up of ERAS® (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) treatment guidelines based on research and best practice from around the world.

The new capital of SEK 26 million was invested by the Sciety syndicate, a leading investor in Nordic life science and digital health.
“Working with Sciety, we have not only received capital but also specialist expertise and a strong network of people in the industry. Sciety is an established investment player and an experienced and knowledgeable partner who can give us the best conditions to develop our products further and support us when our company expands,” says Encare’s CEO, Rasmus Waller.
Encare already has a large international customer base with more than 140 hospitals in 25 different countries, and data from Encare’s customers shows significant quality improvements and savings. This has resulted in great interest from all parts of the world.
Encare is now planning for a continued expansion to gain additional market share in the more than 17,000 emergency hospitals that perform advanced surgery in Europe and North America.
“With the new capital, we gain additional power to accelerate our international expansion and further strengthen our product development organisation,” says Rasmus Waller, CEO.
Every year around 300 million surgical procedures are carried out worldwide – but one in four patients suffers from complications. About half of these, 37 million, could be avoided. Complications resulting from various healthcare interventions are today a leading cause of death and entail high healthcare costs worldwide.
“We are very pleased to be able to help Encare on the way to their goal of minimising unnecessary complications that too many patients suffer after surgery, thereby reducing both suffering and costs. The company already has an international clientele and is on the threshold of even broader international expansion, which makes this an extra exciting investment,” says Andreas Lindblom, Managing Partner at Sciety.
Read more about Encare here

Professor Olle Ljungqvist receives the international ISS/SIC Prize 2022 from the Société Internationale de Chirurgie

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We are happy to announce that the former Chairman of the ERAS® Society, Professor Olle Ljungqvist, has been awarded the prestigious international ISS/SIC Prize 2022 from the Société Internationale de Chirurgie. The prize is awarded to the surgeon who’s published work has made most notable and useful contribution to Surgical Science.

Professor Olle Ljungqvist and his research team have for more than 20 years worked on developing methods to improve care during extensive surgeries – ERAS® – enhanced recovery after surgery. In implementing ERAS®, different professions in healthcare work together to achieve a better result. Interventions before, during and after the surgery are included in the scientifically prepared program.

“I am extremely honoured to receive this recognition“, says Olle Ljungqvist. “We have developed processes that mean that patients who undergo major operations recover faster and have fewer complications“.

The award ceremony was held in connection with the International Surgical Week held in Vienna, Austria in August 2022.

Learn more about ERAS® here

ERAS®: How to comprehensively prepare a patient for surgery – how it is done in Uruguay

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Dr. Marcelo Viola Malet, Vice President of ERAS® Latin America is engaged with spreading ERAS®; currently two institutions in Uruguay; Médica Uruguaya (MUCAM) and the Centro de Asistencia Médica del Oeste de Colonia (CAMOC), in Carmelo. Their work was recently presented at the ERAS® World Congress in Madrid, Spain showing that

  • “in Uruguay hospitalization was shortened to an average of 3 or 4 days; Surgery mortality and complications are in a similar range to other parts of the world, and functional recovery and postoperative pain are excellent.”
  • He further confirmed that applying ERAS® “should not be evaluated as an expense but as an investment for what is saved in a year.” “In colon oncology surgery, 30% of the cost of the surgery is usually saved, including care, hospitalization, and equipment,” he stressed.

An article was just published in Diary el Pais, the most important newspaper in Uruguay. https://www.elpais.com.uy/vida-actual/preparar-forma-integral-paciente-cirugia-uruguay.html?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_nPs99Kwah0uJovWCBDd2UXdPzRfpH6rNo1ofKhXZnaq7W1L5OhXh1Nn07FPAcVkpDGRlw

Encare offers the ERAS® Interactive Audit System for continuous quality audit and follow-up of the ERAS® work in combination with extensive training programs including the ERAS® Implementation Program ERAS® Implementation Program.

Please contact us for details on how to be set up with the ERAS® Interactive Audit System.

 

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