Dr. Kasda is a visionary leader in the field of patient safety, dedicated to transforming safety practices and culture using innovative technology. Her primary accomplishments include founding the Healthcare Event Reporting Collaborative and developing the “Hero” application at Baltimore-based Johns Hopkins Health System, which has improved safety reporting culture and transparency. Her role as vice president of patient safety for SafeTower allows her to set the strategic direction for safety services and guide product development. She specializes in applying AI to categorize and cluster safety risks, making it easier to prevent patient harm. After experiencing a medical error herself, she applied her perseverance, vision and dedication to advancing patient safety through collaboration, education, analytics and technology. With her expertise and passion for innovation, she is continuously generating ideas to help software meet the evolving needs of the healthcare environment, from the bedside to the boardroom.
