Alaska State Ombudsman Kate Burkhart has concluded an investigation of three allegations related to patient safety and use of seclusion and restraint at Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API). The Ombudsman made eleven recommendations to the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and API to address the problems investigated. Between January 1, 2015 and December 31, 2018, the Ombudsman received 42 … Continue reading Ombudsman Investigates Patient Safety at Alaska Psychiatric Institute