This poster was featured at the 2025 NPIAP Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas. 

Authors: Heba Tallah Mohammed, Monica Dahlin, Lisa Skutnik, Robert D J Fraser 

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico achieved a remarkable milestone: a 93% improvement in hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) rates comparing the same 4 months immediately following the implementation to the same period the year after. This significant achievement was made possible by a multi-pronged approach, including the implementation of a centralized wound care program and the integration of Swift Medical, an AI-powered wound care management platform. 

The centralized program, leveraging revised protocols and expert nursing care, aimed to standardize and improve wound care delivery. Swift Medical played a crucial role by enabling: 

• Precise wound documentation: Capturing high-quality images and objective measurements. 

• Enhanced communication: Facilitating seamless data sharing among clinicians. 

This retrospective study analyzed the impact on HAPI rates. Key findings include: 

• A significant decrease in HAPI rates following the implementation of the centralized wound care program. 

• A 93% improvement in HAPI rates when comparing the same 4-month period a year after full implementation. 

• Projected annual cost savings of $4 million due to the reduction in HAPI incidence. 

Reducing HAPIs offers numerous benefits such as: 

• Reduced patient-initiated litigation: Fewer HAPIs lowered potential litigation risks. 

• Improved patient outcomes: Shorter hospital stays, reduced pain, and improved quality of life. 

• Significant cost savings: Lowering the financial burden associated with treating HAPIs. 

• Enhanced care quality: Standardized care protocols and improved communication lead to better patient care. 

To learn more about the research conducted for this poster, or to speak with the Swift Medical team about digital wound care, contact us.