Kelly, Michelle M.

This research will evaluate the effectiveness of Bedside Notes, a digital health solution designed to provide caregivers with real-time access to clinical notes during their child’s hospitalization, with the goal of improving caregiver engagement in identifying and reporting safety concerns to reduce medical errors.

This study explored the use of and experiences with sharing inpatient notes during pediatric oncology hospitalization between parents and clinicians, with findings suggesting its potential to positively impact parent engagement and understanding in pediatric inpatient care and providing an opportunity to identify potential patient safety issues.