Dr. Pablo Moreno Franco, MD

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4500 San Pablo Road S Mayo Building- Department: Critical care Ponte Vedra Beach FL, 32082 Show map

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Pablo Moreno Franco, MD is a Transplant Critical Care intensivist at Mayo Clinic Florida. He obtained his MD from the University of Panama and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Rush University and Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, followed by a fellowship in Critical Care Internal Medicine at Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Rochester, Minnesota.

At Mayo Clinic Florida, Dr. Moreno Franco has held several leadership positions including Medical Director of the MICU 2013-2016, Medical Director for the Transplant Critical Care Service 2016-2019 and Chair for the Clinical Practice and Quality Oversight Subcommittee 2015-2024. He also served on various committees includingClinical Practice Committee, Medical Emergency Response Subcommitee and Surgical and Procedural Subcommitee; as well as in enterprise roles in the Kern Center Executive Committee and Mayo Clinic Quality Subcommittee.

Pablo has been actively involved in educational activities at Mayo Clinic Florida, particularly through the Quality Academy directed towards residents, fellows, nurses, advance practice providers, pharmacists, and respiratory therapists. As the medical director of the Quality Academy he is in charge of educating and inspiring all staff to continuously improve health care quality and as Associate Medical Director Quality Academy, Mayo Clinic Enterprise he is transforming healthcare through education with global applications to learn, certify, reach, engage and publish inquality improvement topics.

Pablo also participates actively in research activities with Center for the Science of Healthcare Delivery, and Acute care research consortium (ACRC). His research interests include sepsis and shock care, delirium prevention, ARDS management, ICU resource utilization, liver transplantation, and extracorporeal life support.

In 2023 Dr. Moreno Franco was recognized as Diamond Quality Fellow which is an elite award. Through this annual award the Quality Academy recognizes a select group of individuals at Mayo Clinic who have shown long-standing commitment to the promotion and dissemination of quality improvement.

As the Department Chair for Critical Care and Medical director of the Quality Academy, Dr. Moreno Franco coordinates quality initiatives in Mayo Clinic Florida, with a focus on early recognition of deteriorating patients, deployment of critical care outside the boundaries of the ICU, harmonization of complex data sets, decision support tools, real-time quality metrics, shared decision making, and early de-escalation of ICU care.

Education and Training

University of Panama MD 0

Board Certification

Whitney MacMillan Physician Leadership Business Academy; Arizona State University's W.P. Carey School of Business

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare: Ensuring Trust, Equity, and Transparency
Imagine a scenario where a voice AI assistant alerts a doctor about a patient showing signs of sepsis. This isn't just about the AI being accurate; it's about trust. Trust in the AI, the data it was trained on, the team that built it, and the system that deployed it. Trust in AI is not something you...
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Navigating the Tension Between Psychological Safety and Professionalism in Multidisciplinary Medical Practice
Introduction: In the complex and dynamic environment of multidisciplinary medical practice, fostering psychological safety is crucial for team members to verbalize concerns and contribute to patient care effectively. However, maintaining collegiality, professionalism, good communication, and trust...

What can be done to prevent post-operative nausea and vomiting?
If you have a history of post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV), there are several strategies your healthcare team can use to minimize your risk: Preoperative Strategies: Risk Assessment: Your provider will evaluate your risk factors (e.g., history of PONV, motion sickness, type of surgery, and anesthesia used). Hydration: Adequate IV fluid administration may help reduce nausea. Medication Selection: Choosing anesthetics and pain management strategies that are less likely to cause nausea (e.g., regional anesthesia instead of general anesthesia when appropriate). Intraoperative Strategies: Use of Total Intravenous Anesthesia (TIVA): Avoiding volatile anesthetics and using propofol-based anesthesia can lower PONV risk. Multimodal Antiemetic Approach: Your anesthesiologist may administer a combination of anti-nausea medications, such as: 5-HT3 receptor antagonists (e.g., ondansetron) NK-1 receptor antagonists (e.g., aprepitant) Dopamine antagonists (e.g., metoclopramide, droperidol) Steroids (e.g., dexamethasone) Antihistamines or anticholinergics (e.g., diphenhydramine, scopolamine patch) Postoperative Strategies: Continue Antiemetics: You may receive scheduled or as-needed anti-nausea medications after surgery. Minimize Opioids: Alternative pain management strategies (e.g., acetaminophen, NSAIDs, nerve blocks) can reduce nausea risk. Gradual Oral Intake: Starting with clear liquids and advancing as tolerated can prevent stomach upset. Discuss your PONV history with your surgical and anesthesia team before your procedure so they can tailor a prevention plan for you. Pablo Moreno Franco, MD @pmorenofranco If we excel in anything, it is translating IDEALISM INTO ACTION Charles H. Mayo Sent from mobile device READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

sepsis and shock care, delirium prevention, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) management, and liver transplantation

Faculty Titles & Positions

Chair of Critical Care Department Mayo Clinic Florida -
Chair for Critical Care Specialty Council Mayo Clinic Enterprise -
Medical Director Medical ICU 2013 - 2016
Medical Director Transplant Critical Care Service -
Medical Director Mayo Clinic Florida -

Fellowships

Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education

Dr. Pablo Moreno Franco, MD's Practice location

4500 San Pablo Road S Mayo Building- Department: Critical care -
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

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Innovative Leader in Transplant Critical Care and Quality Improvement Initiatives to Enhance Patient Outcomes

An esteemed Assistant Professor of Medicine and a Transplant Critical Care Intensivist, Dr. Moreno Franco is the Chair for the Critical Care Department at Mayo Clinic Florida and Chair for Critical Care Specialty Council, Mayo Clinic Enterprise. His aim is to implement quality initiatives that focus on smart alert systems designed to prevent hospital-associated harm and dramatically improve patient experiences. His practice-driven changes reflect a dedication to enhancing overall healthcare delivery and outcomes for patients at Mayo Clinic Florida.

Throughout his academic career, he received his medical degree from the University of Panama and completed his critical care fellowship at the Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education. In 2023, he earned a Certificate from the Whitney MacMillan Physician Leadership Business Academy at Arizona State University's W.P. Carey School of Business.

Since joining Mayo Clinic Florida, Dr. Franco has held various leadership roles, including serving as the Medical Director of the Medical ICU from 2013 to 2016 and Medical Director for the Transplant Critical Care Service. His extensive experience is complemented by active participation in several committees, including the Clinical Practice Committee, Hospital Practice Subcommittee, and Mayo Clinic Quality Subcommittee. Additionally, Dr. Moreno Franco is involved with the Medical Emergency Response Subcommittee, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care and safety.

His research interests focus on critical areas such as sepsis and shock care, delirium prevention, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) management, and liver transplantation. He is also dedicated to advancing knowledge through collaborations with the Center for the Science of Healthcare Delivery, Multidisciplinary Epidemiology and Translational Research in Intensive Care and Perioperative Medicine (METRIC-PM), and the Acute Care Research Consortium (ACRC).

In his educational pursuits, Dr. Franco has actively contributed to the Quality Academy, providing training for residents, fellows, nurses, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and respiratory therapists. He also serves in the Quality Academy as the Medical Director at Mayo Clinic Florida, as well as the Associate Medical Director for the Enterprise. His commitment to education underscores his belief that well-trained healthcare professionals are vital to delivering high-quality patient care.