Healthcare Improvement & Safety

Healthcare Improvement & Safety

The Riphah Institute of Healthcare Improvement & Safety is committed to driving excellence in healthcare by enhancing patient safety and quality improvement. Established under the umbrella of Riphah International University, the institute aspires to lead the national movement for safer healthcare practices by training professionals, conducting research, and developing innovative solutions tailored to the evolving healthcare landscape. 

In response to the growing need for healthcare reform, the institute fosters collaboration among disciplines, bridging gaps between clinical care, research, and policy implementation. By equipping healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement best practices, the institute aims to minimize preventable harm, improve patient outcomes, and optimize healthcare costs. 

With a vision extending beyond national borders, the institute seeks to establish strong partnerships with healthcare institutions across Pakistan and the Middle East. Its efforts include providing infrastructure, expert consultations, data-driven methodologies, and quality improvement tools to support both inpatient and outpatient care. Through strategic collaborations with international quality experts, the institute aims to drive measurable advancements in reducing morbidity and mortality while setting new benchmarks for healthcare excellence.

Healthcare Improvement & Safety Programs

Certificate Courses

DHQPS

Message from Dean
“The journey of healthcare quality & safety in Pakistan started some years ago, however it picked up momentum with the 1stInternational Conference on Patient Safety (ICPS) in 2016, which paved the way for “Riphah Institute of Healthcare Improvement & Safety” the first of its kind institute in this region. Riphah International University established RIHIS keeping in line with its commitment towards promoting patient-centric healthcare and quality standards in Pakistan. 
 
Dr. Zakiuddin Ahmed
Project Director, RIHIS

Scope of RIHIS

The Riphah Institute of Health Improvement and Safety focuses mainly on the following areas:
  1. Education and Training
  2. Public Policy and Advocacy
  3. Partnerships and Collaborations
  4. Services
  5. Research

For more information about  RIHIS please visit:

https://rihis.riphah.edu.pk/

Patient Safety

Our Priority

Patient Safety and Healthcare Improvement is our priority.