Ariadne Labs

United States · Hospital & Health Care

Ariadne Labs is a collaborative center established by Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in 2012, founded by Dr. Atul Gawande. The organization is dedicated to enhancing healthcare by creating simple, scalable solutions that address critical issues within the healthcare system. Their mission focuses on saving lives and reducing suffering by ensuring equitable access to high-quality care for patients worldwide. The organization develops innovative solutions across various healthcare challenges, including surgery, childbirth, serious illness, and primary healthcare. Notable contributions include a two-minute safe surgery checklist that significantly reduces surgical deaths and the BetterBirth Program aimed at improving childbirth outcomes. Ariadne Labs also explores advancements in cancer care, addiction treatment, and emergency care. They foster a community of innovators, including clinicians and researchers, to collaborate on these impactful solutions.