Research & Projects
Publishing and Presenting QI Projects
Publishing a QI article successfully requires a clear problem statement, well-defined interventions, robust data analysis, and an emphasis on sustainability and scalability. Understanding the appropriate frameworks— outlined in the SQUIRE 2.0 (Standards for Quality Improvement Reporting Excellence) guidelines — can help authors structure their work effectively. Additionally, selecting the right journal are key steps in maximizing the impact of a QI publication. QI projects are often exempt from IRB review. The Yale IRB provides a checklist to determine whether a QI project requires review.
Here is a selection of journals that regularly publish QI work:
- Pediatrics
- BMJ Quality and Safety
- Pediatric Quality and Safety
- Implementation Science
- Medical Care
- Journal of Patient Safety
- Quality Management in Health Care
- The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety
- Health Services Research
- Health Care Management Science
- International Journal for Quality in Health Care
- American Journal of Medical Quality
- Journal for Healthcare Quality
- Hospital Pediatrics
- Journal of Perinatology
Conferences
Most subspecialty conferences accept quality improvement submissions. In addition there are general pediatric conferences (AAP and PAS) as well as quality focused conferences. Here is a list:
- CHA Transforming Quality: Orlando March-April 2025
- AAP: Denver, September 2025
- IHI Forum: Anaheim, December 2025
- PAS 2026, Boston MA April 23-27, 2026