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MAPS: Leading a New Era of Safety in Minnesota

Minnesota has a long history of advancing patient safety- and the work continues to evolve. This webinar will highlight the role of the Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS), its statewide partnerships, and the growing movement toward proactive, systems-based approaches to strengthening care. Participants will learn how collaborative models like the Caring Safely Tour are accelerating shared learning across hospitals, long-term care, rural settings, and patient partners.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Describe the statewide role of MAPS in advancing patient safety.
• Identify practical strategies emerging from cross-setting collaboration.
• Consider opportunities to strengthen safety leadership within their own organizations.

Presenter: Lisa Juliar

Lisa Juliar serves as Director of Safety Partnerships for the Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS), where she convenes healthcare leaders and patient partners to advance safe care across Minnesota. A long-standing MAPS board member and statewide collaborator, she designs and leads initiatives including the MAPS Caring Safely Tour and monthly Lunch & Learns. Her work focuses on strengthening systems, elevating patient voices, and fostering cross-organization learning that helps leaders move from reactive safety efforts toward proactive, sustainable improvement.