Just Culture

This course is unavailable for self-enrollment. You will need to reach out to Karen Silvestri at ksilvestri@osteopathic.org to enroll in this course.


OVERVIEW:

This activity is designed to address gaps in understanding and applying Just Culture principles among osteopathic physicians. Just Culture is a key component of a safe and accountable healthcare environment, focusing on distinguishing between human error, at-risk behavior, and reckless conduct. Intended participants—including physicians and students involved in healthcare delivery, education, and training—may lack comprehensive knowledge of how to foster a culture that supports learning, accountability, and continuous improvement. Without this foundation, organizations risk punitive responses to errors, reduced psychological safety, and missed opportunities for system-level improvements. 

Speakers: Karen Silvestri, RN, MSN; Jennifer Hauler, DO

 

OBJECTIVES:

  • Explain the concept of just culture including its principles, components, and importance in fostering a culture of safety and accountability
  • Identify the key elements of a just culture framework, such as blame-free reporting, fair and consistent enforcement of policies, and transparent communication, and their application in clinical practice settings
  • Evaluate the role of leadership in promoting and sustaining a just culture environment, including strategies for fostering trust, encouraging reporting of errors, and addressing systemic issues
  • Describe the impact of organizational culture, human factors, and system design on the occurrence and management of errors and adverse events and discuss strategies for mitigating risks and improving patient safety
  • Apply principles of just culture to case scenarios and real-world examples by analyzing the root causes of errors, identifying opportunities for system improvements, and implementing strategies to prevent recurrence and promote a culture of safety and accountability in clinical practice

 

Expiration Date: November 20, 2027

This activity is designated for a maximum of 2.0 AOA Category 1-B Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Category 1B
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