Physician Engagement in Quality & Safety (PEQS)

Program Overview

PEQS is a one-day, in-person course that equips residents and fellows with the tools and confidence to lead quality improvement in healthcare. It provides a strong foundation in improvement principles while highlighting key safety and quality challenges and the physician’s role as a leader in this work. Space is limited. Registration is required.

ACGME Alignment

PEQS content aligns with ACGME pathways by addressing the following training topics.

Just Culture Recognize and respond to different behaviors including human error, at-risk actions, and reckless behavior.	TeamSTEPPS Apply tools that strengthen healthcare communication, teamwork, and patient safety.	SAFE Reporting & Second Victim Disclosure Report safety events, communicate adverse events with patients and families, and provide support for second victim.
Quality Improvement Project Learn how healthcare leaders apply quality improvement methods in real-world projects.	Engaging Patients & Families Learn from patient and family advocates about engaging patients and families in quality and safety.	Systems Thinking & Simulation Explore interdependence through interactive activities and use teamwork, collaboration, and data to guide decisions.

2026–2027 PEQS Training Schedule

Thursday September 17, 2026	Wednesday November 4, 2026	Tuesday December 8, 2026	Tuesday January 12, 2027
Thursday February 11, 2027	Wednesday April 7, 2027	Thursday May 13, 2027	June Pediatrics Date TBD

Please consult your Resident Program Coordinator to confirm your assigned training date. Need help registering?

Contact Tracie Green
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Resources

Patient Safety & Reports	Carolina Quality Resources	Well-Being Program
Taking Care of Our Own	IHQI Faculty	Patient and Families Engagement

Building a strong foundation for quality, safety, and systems-based care.