MODERN APPROACHES TO STANDARDIZATION AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN AMBULATORY PAEDIATRIC CARE
Abstract
This study explores modern strategies for standardization and quality management in ambulatory paediatric care in India, emphasizing evidence-based protocols, digital health tools, and continuous quality improvement (CQI). A mixed-methods study in Indian paediatric clinics, using surveys and process audits, identified barriers such as inconsistent guideline adherence and limited digital tool adoption amid resource constraints. Results showed that electronic health records (EHRs) increased protocol compliance by 20% and reduced diagnostic errors by 15%. Training and resource allocation emerged as critical needs. The study concludes that standardized protocols, supported by digital tools and CQI, enhance care quality and patient outcomes in India’s ambulatory settings.