Dialogue to Action: Marengo CIMS at Safe-a-Thon, IPSC 2026

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Feb 17, 2026 - 12:39

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Dialogue to Action: Marengo CIMS at Safe-a-Thon, IPSC 2026

Marengo CIMS Hospital (MCIMS) had the privilege of participating in the Safe-a-Thon competition held as part of the 13th International Health Dialogue – International Patient Safety Conference (IPSC) 2026. The Safe-a-Thon was not merely a competitive platform; it was a deeply enriching and thought-provoking experience that left a lasting impact on our clinical perspective and approach to patient safety.

The event brought together multidisciplinary healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds, creating a dynamic environment for collaboration and shared learning. Engaging discussions around real-world patient safety gaps allowed participants to move beyond textbook protocols and theoretical frameworks. Instead, the focus shifted to identifying systemic challenges within healthcare delivery and designing practical, implementable solutions that can make a measurable difference at the patient level.

For the Marengo CIMS team, the Safe-a-Thon was a powerful reminder that patient safety is not confined to checklists or guidelines alone. The platform encouraged us to think critically about how emerging technologies, data-driven insights, and new-age resources can be effectively integrated to improve patient safety outcomes. It reinforced the idea that meaningful change happens when clinical stakeholders take ownership of safety processes and actively participate in redesigning systems of care.

What truly set the Safe-a-Thon apart was its ability to make patient safety feel actionable and achievable. By working through real scenarios, brainstorming solutions, and learning from peers across disciplines, the experience transformed patient safety from an abstract concept into a shared responsibility that can be embedded into everyday clinical practice.

Participating in the Safe-a-Thon at IPSC 2026 was more than innovative ideas and strategic insights. It instilled a renewed sense of purpose and accountability to consciously integrate patient safety principles into our daily workflows. At MCIMS, we remain committed to translating these learnings into sustained actions that strengthen safety culture and enhance the quality of care we deliver to every patient.