A comprehensive Choosing Wisely quality improvement initiative reduces unnecessary transfusions in an Academic Department of Surgery

Background We implemented a comprehensive Choosing Wisely initiative to reduce unnecessary transfusions in an Academic Department of Surgery. Methods We conducted a survey- and lecture-based educational intervention to increase awareness about published transfusion guidelines. Monthly transfusion reports were subsequently distributed to all faculty, fellows, residents, and mid-level practitioners. Blood utilization measures were compared pre-...