DRIVING
PATIENT SAFETY FORWARD
European Patient Safety Foundation is an independent foundation, uniting experts and leading organisations to drive patient safety forward across Europe.
1 / 10
1 in every 10 patients is harmed in health care. (1)
3m
3 million deaths occur annually due to unsafe care. (1)
13%
The direct cost
of treating patients who have been harmed during their care approaches 13% of health spending. (2)
50%
Above 50% of harm (1 in every 20 patients) is preventable. (1)
WHAT WE DO
Through partnership with leading organisations and experts we are developing collaborative initiatives to advance patient safety across Europe.
PATIENT SAFETY CONFERENCE
Every year, in addition to other campaigns and activities, EUPSF organises a conference dedicated to patient safety key issues and latest developments.
This year, we met in Madrid on 8 November for the 2024 Patient Safety Conference entitled Enhancing PatientSafety through Digital Innovation: The Missing Links.
READING TIP
At a time when the potential of technological innovation to improve patient safety and patient outcomes is increasingly undeniable, tangible results are still a long way off. What are the missing links that prevent the vision of breakthrough digital solutions from translating into genuine improvements in patient safety and outcomes?
AFFILIATE
BENEFITS
Collaborative projects
Possibility to contribute to development and implementation of projects.
Network
Access to European multidisciplinary network promoting the exchange of
knowledge and best practices.
EUPSF Governance
Being part of the Council of Affiliates with real impact on the steering of the
Foundation and possibility to be part of the EUPSF Board.
Patient Safety Conference
Invitation to participate in the programme of the conference;
One complimentary conference registration
Visibility
Promotion of the collaboration and partnership and patient safety commitment
on www.eupsf.org and project websites.
STRONGER
TOGETHER
We are proud to be working with leading patient safety experts and organisations across Europe. We accelerate implementation of patient safety initiatives by creating a united network who share knowledge, tools and recommendations.
OUR PARTNERS
