Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford
Felicity is a medical doctor and brings to the team a diverse range of educational experiences. As well as studying languages and the humanities at a tertiary level, Felicity has worked as a resident medical officer in hospitals in Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory. Her time in the clinical space prompted her interest in patient safety as it relates to clinical documentation, and working with CDIA has enabled her to pursue this passion. Felicity’s enthusiasm, creativity and communication skills are an asset to her team.
Who makes the best CDS?
January 21, 2024
The CDS is the most important element in any clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. CDI is abehavioural changeprocess implementing..
What does a Clinical Documentation Specialist do?
November 20, 2023
You may have seen CDS roles advertised within your hospital or online, and you’re wondering what the role involves and if you’re the right person for..
Junior doctors: paperwork lackeys or key allies for CDI?
October 17, 2023
Don't miss this enthralling video as CDIA's Dr Felicity Sinclair Ford provides a glimpse into the life of a junior doctor, and her reflections and..
Establishing a CDI Steering Committee
September 9, 2023
Discover why a steering committee is a vital piece in your approach towards clinical documentation improvement in this latest video by Dr Felicity..
The science behind clinical documentation improvement (CDI)
July 19, 2023
Discover why clinical documentation improvement is a behavioural change process that requires a scientific approach.
Why CDI is here to stay
May 14, 2023
Hesitant to invest in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) because you’re worried it’s only a temporary initiative? Discover why CDI is a..
How to Have Productive Clinical Discussions
April 5, 2023
Engaging in clinical discussions with clinicians is a core aspect of the CDS role.
CDI in Conversation: Episode 8 with Erica Remer
March 14, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In the..
CDI in Conversation: Episode 7 with Erica Remer
February 21, 2023
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. Episode..
CDI in Conversation: Episode 5 with Erica Remer
November 4, 2022
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In ..
Scope Creep
October 26, 2022
Learn to recognise and tackle this insidious problem before it derails your CDI program.
The Symbiotic Relationship Between Your HIM and CDS Teams
October 13, 2022
Strong cohesive relationships will significantly enhance the success of your clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program. Learn more from Dr..
CDI is a journey, not an event
June 24, 2022
If you think your hospital has “done” clinical documentation improvement (CDI), it may be time to think again. Join Dr Felicity Sinclair Ford as she..
CDI in Conversation: Episode 2 with Erica Remer
April 29, 2022
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. In ..
CDI in Conversation: Episode 1 with Erica Remer
April 1, 2022
Welcome to CDI in conversation, a podcast devoted to the field of clinical documentation improvement and brought to you by the team at CDIA. Episode..
QMNA Webinar - Hospital Acquired Infections and Documentation
January 14, 2022
CDIA’s Dr Felicity Sinclair-Ford looks at the relationship between clinical documentation, hospital acquired infections, and the National Safety and..
HIMAA Conference - Junior Doctors and Clinical Documentation Improvement
November 12, 2021
Relive Dr Felicity Sinclair's Ford's presentation from the 2021 HIMAA Conference - Health Information Management: The Intersection of Health Care and..