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.

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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
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Patient Safety

  • Proven protocols and safety action tools for managing high-risk scenarios
  • Team readiness strategies to strengthen communication and emergency response
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Alignment of Quality Standards

  • Data collection designed to meet national benchmarks
  • Guidance for compliance with leading safety standards
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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.

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ACOG Foundation Mission

The ACOG Foundation supports the charitable, educational, and scientific programs and activities that further the interests of ACOG members and their colleagues, improving the lives of all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and their communities.