Conference Report: Leveraging the Global Malnutrition Composite Score (GMCS) for Quality Improvement, Health Equity, and Better Patient Outcomes

Publish Date: 24 September 2024
Author(s): Kristi R. Mitchell, MPH
Margaret K. Dittloff, MS, RDN
Jasmine M. Larson, MBA
Donna M. Belcher, EdD, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, CNSC, FAND

Abstract:

This conference report summarizes a panel discussion at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in October 2023. During the panel, four health and nutrition experts described strategies for integrating the Global Malnutrition Composite Score (GMCS) quality measure into hospital electronic health records (EHRs). They also outlined how GMCS data can be used to facilitate successful patient transitions to post-acute care through addressing food insecurity and other reasons for malnutrition.


Check out these additional resources on ANHI.org to learn more about the Global Malnutrition Composite Score:

Author Bios

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KRISTI R. MITCHELL, MPH

Co-founder and Principal at Atlas Clarity LLC and Health Equity Outcomes, Inc
San Francisco, CA, USA
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MARGARET K. DITTLOFF, MS, RDN

Co-Founder and Head of Product
Junum
San Antonio, TX, USA
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JASMINE M. LARSON, MBA

Senior Director, Global Clinical Solutions
Abbott Diagnostics Division of Abbott
Maple Grove, MN, USA
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DONNA M. BELCHER, EdD, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, CNSC, FAND

Assistant Director of Clinical Nutrition & Nutrition Support
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA, USA
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