About Us

Mission

To move Columbia University Irving Medical Center towards zero preventable patient harm and establish Columbia University and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital as national leaders in patient safety science through pioneering research, comprehensive education, and effective implementation. CPSS will bring together experts from Columbia University’s many schools, cultivating interdisciplinary collaboration and creating innovative patient safety solutions.

Vision

To lead in the innovation, implementation, and dissemination of replicable, scalable, and evidence-based solutions to improve and advance patient care and achieve zero preventable harm.

Purpose

To develop and implement patient safety research initiatives leveraging health IT, disseminate evidence-based best practices, and train generations of clinicians and researchers dedicated to advancing quality, safety, and outcomes in healthcare delivery.