The National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH), a constituent of the Quality Council of India (QCI), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI) to improve the quality and standardization of diabetes care in India. The collaboration aims to integrate clinical excellence and digital health innovations into diabetes treatment protocols, ensuring better patient outcomes.
Key Highlights of the MoU:
- Collaborative Expertise:
- NABH will bring its national accreditation and certification expertise to diabetes care.
- RSSDI, representing over 12,000 diabetes care providers, will contribute its clinical guidelines and research expertise.
- Focus on Accredited Diabetes Clinics:
- Clinics accredited under this partnership will adhere to high-quality care standards, combining modern technology with personalized care.
- These clinics will focus on achieving guideline-based treatment goals, enhancing diabetes management.
- Enhancement of Standards:
- NABH’s Allopathic Clinics Accreditation Standards will be updated to address the specific needs of diabetes care.
- Digital health standards for Clinic Management Systems (CMS) will be developed to support efficient diabetes care.
- Promotion and Outreach:
- RSSDI will advocate for the adoption of NABH’s accreditation standards among its members, fostering uniformity and quality in diabetes care across India.
Vision and Leadership:
- Shri Jaxay Shah, Chairperson of QCI, emphasized the importance of taking healthcare quality to the grassroots, aligning this partnership with QCI’s broader mission of improving healthcare nationwide.
- Shri Rizwan Koita, Chairperson of NABH, highlighted the critical need to address diabetes, which affects over 250 million Indians. He stressed that standardization and digital innovation are pivotal for managing diabetes effectively.
About the Organizations:
- RSSDI: India’s largest professional body for diabetes care, recognized by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), with over 12,000 members across 23 states and union territories. It focuses on advancing diabetes research, education, and clinical care.
- NABH: Established in 2005 under QCI, NABH accredits healthcare organizations to ensure clinical quality and patient safety. It has accredited over 22,000 healthcare organizations in India and is a pioneer in developing Digital Health Standards for hospitals and healthcare systems.
This partnership is a transformative step towards reducing the burden of diabetes in India by ensuring evidence-based, standardized care and leveraging technology to empower both patients and providers.
