About Us
Quality in Action is housed under the ACOG Foundation and is officially listed as a patient safety organization with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, or AHRQ. Grounded in ACOG’s clinical rigor, safety standards, and evidence-based guidelines, Quality in Action is dedicated to improving the quality and safety of obstetric and gynecologic care across the United States.
Quality in Action isn’t just a program—it’s a partnership. Through Quality in Action, ACOG works hand-in-hand with hospitals, health systems, and clinical teams to deliver customized solutions that drive measurable improvements in patient safety and quality of care.

Quality Improvement
- Tailored strategies to implement evidence-based quality initiatives that reduce ob-gyn-related morbidity and mortality
- Hands-on support with tools, training, and coaching to create lasting change

Patient Safety
- Proven protocols and safety action tools for managing high-risk scenarios
- Team readiness strategies to strengthen communication and emergency response

Alignment of Quality Standards
- Data collection designed to meet national benchmarks
- Guidance for compliance with leading safety standards

Data Collection and Analysis
- Robust, clinically meaningful data systems for real-time insights
- Comprehensive safety incident reviews, trend analyses, and outcome tracking
Beyond direct support, Quality in Action offers access to robust educational resources, including …
- Interactive discussions with authors of seminal quality and safety guidance
- Journal clubs and webinars focused on bedside clinical practice
Quality in Action’s work is defined by collaboration, clinical rigor, and a deep commitment to equity in ob-gyn care. By integrating real-time support with the implementation of best practices derived from ACOG clinical guidance, Quality in Action helps institutions deliver safer, more consistent care when it matters most.
