SCCM Resource Library-Discovery and SARI-PREP Have Roles in Preparing for Next Pathogen Outbreak

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The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted critical deficiencies in the U.S. healthcare system, prompting the formation of the National Special Pathogen System of Care (NSPS) by the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC). The NSPS aims to prepare for future large-scale outbreaks by fostering a coordinated healthcare network that delivers high-quality care for special pathogen cases while safeguarding healthcare workers.<br /><br />A key player in this initiative is the Critical Care Research Network's Severe Acute Respiratory Infection – Preparedness (SARI-PREP) program, developed by the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM). SARI-PREP is a multicenter observational study funded by the CDC Foundation, examining patients with severe respiratory infections, including those caused by COVID-19 and influenza.<br /><br />The collaboration between NSPS and SARI-PREP marks a significant step forward in the nation’s readiness for special pathogen outbreaks. Under the direction of Dr. Laura E. Evans, principal investigator of SARI-PREP, this partnership is crucial for shaping an effective healthcare delivery system. NSPS builds on previous efforts by NETEC, established in 2015 after the Ebola epidemic, which highlighted the need for a more robust infrastructure.<br /><br />The NSPS framework emphasizes a sustained and standardized system of care throughout the outbreak response lifecycle, focusing on patient-centered, high-quality, equitable, responsive, and scalable healthcare delivery. It also stresses the importance of regionalized specialty care and support among healthcare centers. The ultimate goal is zero preventable deaths from special pathogens, with the ability to mobilize a nimble and effective network ready to provide quality care across the U.S.<br /><br />Additionally, NSPS seeks to implement learning systems that integrate clinical and operational research, addressing not just patient outcomes but also the efficiency of care delivery processes. By involving all healthcare stakeholders, NSPS aims to glean valuable insights from existing network systems, improving preparedness and response capabilities nationwide.

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Quality and Patient Safety, Crisis Management, 2022, 0:04:22

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This article was first published in the Summer 2022 issue of Critical Connections.

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed major gaps in the U.S. healthcare system, prompting the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC) to form the National Special Pathogen System of Care (NSPS) to prepare the country for the next large-scale outbreak. Discovery, the Critical Care Research Network, and its Severe Acute Respiratory Infection – Preparedness (SARI-PREP) program are helping lead the way in this new vision. SARI-PREP is a key player in the effort to establish a coordinated and standardized healthcare network that provides high-quality care to parents with a special pathogen, while also protecting healthcare workers.

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Knowledge Area Quality and Patient Safety

Knowledge Area Crisis Management

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Year 2022

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COVID-19

U.S. healthcare system

National Special Pathogen System of Care

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SARI-PREP

CDC Foundation

special pathogen outbreaks

healthcare delivery

regionalized specialty care

preparedness

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