Support Department

Quality Control

Compliance, Continuous Improvement leading to Excellence & safeguarding Quality across every level of patient care.

Exceptional Support Services. Dedicated to clinical excellence since 1954.

Mrs. V. Varalakshmi
At the Cancer Institute (WIA), we understand that every patient who walks through our doors brings not just a medical need, but hope, courage, and trust. Quality, for us, means honouring that trust through safe, compassionate, and respectful care at every step of the patient journey. For us Quality is both a responsibility we lead and a promise we make to every patient and family who entrust us with their care. We recognize that behind every process and protocol is a human life, and our vision is to ensure that safety, compassion, and dignity are consistently reflected in every patient experience. The Quality Department strives in building a culture of continuous improvement, working closely with clinical and support teams to strengthen systems, standardize best practices, and enhance patient safety. Through data-driven monitoring, learning from outcomes, and listening to patient voices, we continuously work towards improvement. Our promise is unwavering—to stand beside our patients and families with care that is not only clinically excellent, but also humane and heartfelt.
Mrs. V. VaralakshmiHead of Department
About

Quality Control Overview

Clinical Excellence

Cancer Institute (WIA) believes that Clinical Excellence and Delivery of High Quality of Care are fundamental criteria of a successful destination for cancer treatment.

NABH Accreditation

We have been NABH accredited since July 2019, a coveted status recognizing our commitment to global quality and patient safety standards.

Quality Management

Our management meets the requirements of NABH Quality Standards, facilitating hospital functions to remain exceptional and patient-friendly.

Continuous Improvement

Implementation of clinical practice guidelines and measuring quality indicators are ongoing processes to ensure we remain steadfast in our pursuit of excellence.

Our Core

Mission & Philosophy

Quality is a starting point of a journey called 'EXCELLENCE' and the road to Excellence is paved with continuous improvement.

We believe in the six dimensions to Quality Healthcare

Safe, Effective, Efficient, Equitable, Timely and Patient Centered.

Core Value

In the implementation of the 639 objectives, with total commitment and the unwavering urge to achieve excellence, there are no shortcuts.

Core Value

Quality is a never ending cyclical process of setting, achieving and resetting the goals for continuous improvement.

Functions

Services & Scope

Delivering structured support operations, rigorous compliance systems, and high-quality assistance for smooth healthcare administration.

Clinical Governance

Development of policies, procedures, and protocols

Safe medical and nursing practices

Practice of evidence-based medicine

Safe medication practices

Audits & Monitoring

Monitoring Key Performance Indicators

Surgical case review

Medical record review

Internal clinical & nursing audits

Patient Safety & Rights

Infection control guidelines

Identification and prevention of errors

Respect and protection of Patient Rights

Monitoring Patient Experience

Training & Quality Assurance

Continuous on-job training on safety drills

Diagnostic Services Quality Assurance

Monitoring antibiotic use

Safety management activities

Our Framework

Six Dimensions of Quality Healthcare

1

Safe

Avoiding harm to patients from the care that is intended to help them.

2

Effective

Providing services based on scientific knowledge to all who could benefit.

3

Efficient

Avoiding waste of equipment, supplies, ideas, and energy.

4

Equitable

Providing care that does not vary in quality because of personal characteristics.

5

Timely

Reducing waits and sometimes harmful delays for both those who receive and give care.

6

Patient-Centered

Providing care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient preferences, needs, and values.

Certifications

Accreditations & Standards

NABH

National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers — comprehensive hospital quality standards covering patient safety, clinical care, and governance.

Accredited since July 2019

NABL

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories — quality standards for diagnostic laboratory services.

Laboratory accredited
Heritage & History

Our Legacy

2015

Formal quality journey started, approaching NABH for independent external peer assessment on quality and patient safety.

2019

NABH accreditation achieved — a coveted status in recognition of commitment to quality and patient safety.

Historical

Smooth sail of accreditation and re-accreditation process is proof of a dedicated commitment to quality by both the Management and the entire workforce.

Distinction

Key Achievements

A legacy of excellence in hospital operations, robust support services, and system integrations that strengthen patient-centric care.

Operational Standards

Setting robust standards in healthcare quality assurance and institutional coordination.

NABH Accreditation since July 2019

639 quality objectives monitored across 6 quality dimensions

Smooth sail of accreditation and re-accreditation process demonstrating dedicated commitment to quality

Quality culture embedded across the entire workforce of around 1,000 staff

Contact Department

For inquiries about quality control

nabhoffice@cancerinstitutewia.org
SPOC: Jayapradha T