TIMOTHY K. HONKALA, M.D.

JEFFERSON HILLS, PA

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1994 – 1994 NPI: 1245233386
Orthopaedic Surgery
Quality Assurance, Health CareRadiography, Thoracic

Practice Location

1200 BROOKS LN
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025-3752

Phone: (412) 267-5040

What does TIMOTHY HONKALA research?

Dr. Honkala studies the quality assurance of bedside chest radiography, which involves taking X-rays of the chest while patients are at their bedside. His research identifies problems in how these X-rays are performed and aims to improve the process. By creating systems that measure and enhance the quality of these X-rays, Dr. Honkala ensures that patients receive accurate diagnoses, which can significantly impact treatment decisions and overall health outcomes.

Key findings

  • Implemented a new formula for quality tracking, leading to improved chest X-ray processes.
  • Identified specific quality problems in bedside chest radiography, prompting systematic improvements.
  • Demonstrated that enhancing the quality of chest X-rays can lead to more accurate diagnoses, benefiting patient care.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Honkala study chest X-rays?
Yes, he specializes in the quality assurance of chest X-rays performed at the bedside.
What problems in chest radiography has Dr. Honkala identified?
He has identified specific quality problems that can affect the accuracy of chest X-rays.
Why is the quality of chest X-rays important?
High-quality chest X-rays are crucial as they contribute to accurate diagnoses, which can lead to better treatment outcomes for patients.

Publications in plain English

Quality assurance of the bedside chest radiography process.

1994

Acta radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)

Pohjonen H, Bondestam S, Karp P, Kinnunen J, Korhola O +4 more

Plain English
This study looked at how chest X-rays are performed at the bedside to ensure high-quality results. Researchers identified specific quality problems and created a system to measure and improve the process using feedback forms and a new formula to track quality. This matters because better quality chest X-rays can lead to more accurate diagnoses and better patient care. Who this helps: Patients and healthcare providers.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

H Pohjonen S Bondestam P Karp J Kinnunen O Korhola P Sakari S Savikurki C G Standertskjöld-Nordenstam

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