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Children’s Minnesota employees among ‘50 patient safety experts to know’

Two Children’s Minnesota employees were honored in Becker’s Hospital Review ‘50 patient safety experts to know 2020’ article.

Congratulations to Wendy Berg, BSN, RN, infection preventionist and Bobbie Carroll, vice president of quality, for being selected!

The people named on the list are considered to be strong and prominent advocates for patient safety. Becker’s Hospital Review described that, “Many honorees have received industry awards, published articles and led initiatives to facilitate the reduction of patient harm in the healthcare setting.” The honorees included clinicians, advocacy groups leaders, professors, researchers, administrators and health care providers.

Read the full article to learn how Wendy Berg and Bobbie Carroll have been leaders for patient safety initiatives at Children’s Minnesota.

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