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Abstract Writing for Quality Improvement Work

June 30, 2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)

Description

This Grand Rounds is intended for anyone interested in learning more about how to write an abstract for quality improvement work. In particular, this webinar will occur prior to the final deadline for PCICS abstracts and is aimed at those who would like to submit an abstract on the topic of QI for the 2026 PCICS meeting.

In this webinar, content experts in quality improvement work in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit will review key components of abstract writing for quality improvement projects. Additionally, speakers will discuss what reviewers look for when evaluating a submission for presentation at a conference. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Outline key differences between a quality improvement abstract and a research abstract 
  • Present essential components of a quality improvement abstract, including specific QI methodology 
  • Provide insight from PCICS conference abstract reviewers on what makes a strong quality improvement abstract  

Speakers:

Melissa Winder, CPNP-AC
Heart Center/Pediatric Critical Care Services
Primary Children's Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT

Sarah Gardner Yelton, MD
Associate Medical Director, PCICU
Director of Quality Improvement, Pediatric Cardiovascular Service Line
Advocate Children's Hospital, Oak Lawn
Clinical Associate of Pediatrics, University of Chicago
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Wake Forest School of Medicine

Kevin Hummel, MD
Cardiovascular ICU, Medical Director
Center for Heart Care Quality, Medical Director
Phoenix Children's Hospital

Moderator:

Colin Crilly, MD
Fellow, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Boston Children's Hospital

Individuals living in a PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 country can request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. 

Registration closes on June 29th, at 11:59 PM EST

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