Research & 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

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

• Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
• Request internal funding.