About Us
Our Work
The Center for Stewardship in Medicine (CSiM) is a collaborative of rural hospitals working to strengthen clinical decision-making, reduce unnecessary interventions, implement innovative quality improvement practices, and support long-term viability and sustainability in rural America. Through tele-education, peer collaboration, and comprehensive tools and guidance, we help healthcare teams deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions to emerging problems.
Our Vision
We envision a resilient rural health system where patients and healthcare workers thrive.
Our Mission
Guided by the unique needs of rural health, we foster connection, collaboration, and continuous learning to enhance quality of care and hospital resilience.
What We Do
Tele-Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (TASP ECHO)
- Helping hospitals improve antimicrobial prescribing and infectious disease education through expert-led sessions, peer collaboration, and shared tools.
CSiM Technical Assistance
- Providing responsive support for stewardship and quality projects—ranging from facility reviews to tailored tools and clinical guidance.
Intensive Quality Improvement Cohort (IQIC)
- Supporting rural healthcare teams in driving measurable improvements through shared learning and peer-driven quality initiatives.
How We Do It
At CSiM, our approach focuses on building local capacity, knowledge, and resilience:
- Education and Training: Through weekly tele mentoring sessions, strategic working groups, and one-on-one mentoring, we help hospitals build internal expertise and self-sufficiency.
- Data-Driven Insights: We teach healthcare teams how to analyze their own hospital-specific data to identify opportunities for improvement and develop targeted interventions, connecting them with the necessary resources and guidance.
- Ongoing Support: Our team provides continued guidance and troubleshooting to ensure sustainable progress, while encouraging local adaptation and innovation.
- Technology Integration: Leveraging telemedicine tools, we connect rural hospitals with best practices and expert support to support
What We Accomplish Together
Join US
CSiM offers a flexible, subscription-based service model designed to meet the needs of rural healthcare providers. As a subscriber, your hospital gains full access to our core programs—including TASP, IQIC, toolkits, and ongoing technical assistance—plus personalized support tailored to your facility.
What’s Included with Your Subscription:
- One-on-one consultations and ad hoc support
- Membership in our rural health cohort network
- Access to live and recorded educational sessions
- Customizable stewardship tools and localized resources
How to Join:
Joining CSiM is simple. Our team will work with you to assess your needs and match you with the right subscription level. To get started: Partner with CSiM and invest in a model of care that puts your hospital—and your community—on a path toward long-term clinical independence and excellence.
Contact Us
Reach us via email at uwcsim@uw.edu.