Publications by authors named "Melissa I Zelaya"

Article Synopsis
  • The iPACE model was launched in 2016 at Maine Medical Center to enhance interprofessional collaborative care training for residents, focusing on patient safety and quality of care through team-based approaches.
  • It incorporates systems engineering principles to allow ongoing customization and improvement, beginning as a pilot on a single inpatient unit and expanding into standard practice for bedside rounds.
  • The model has received positive feedback, benefiting patients and care teams, while also achieving reduced care costs and length of patient stays, aiming to strategically redesign clinical learning environments for improved resident education and collaborative patient-centered care.
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