About NALA

Neurointerventional Laboratory Accreditation Initiative

Our Mission

To establish comprehensive, evidence-based standards for neurointerventional laboratory certification that ensure the highest quality of care, patient safety, and optimal clinical outcomes across diverse healthcare settings worldwide.

Our Vision

To create a global network of certified neurointerventional laboratories that deliver standardized, high-quality care, fostering international collaboration and advancing the field of neurointerventional medicine through evidence-based practices.

Initiative Background

Development of the NALA framework through international collaboration

Systematic Review

Comprehensive analysis of 142 high-quality studies using GRADE methodology to establish evidence-based standards across all domains.

Expert Consensus

International panel of 15 experts from diverse geographic regions and specialties developed consensus standards through modified Delphi methodology.

Framework Development

Creation of the comprehensive 6P Protocol framework addressing People, Place, Products, Protocols, Performance, and Protection domains.

International Collaboration

Partnership between leading neurointerventional organizations

MENA-SINO

Middle East and North Africa Society of Interventional Neuro-radiology Organization

  • Regional expertise and leadership
  • Clinical practice insights
  • Quality improvement initiatives

WFITN

World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology

  • Global perspective and standards
  • International best practices
  • Educational resources and training

International Expert Panel

15 leading experts from diverse geographic regions and specialties

North America

4 Experts

Europe

5 Experts

Asia-Pacific

3 Experts

MENA Region

3 Experts

Expert Panel Expertise

Clinical Expertise

Interventional neuroradiologists, neurologists, and neurosurgeons

Quality Assurance

Quality improvement specialists and accreditation experts

Academic Leadership

Department chairs and program directors from leading institutions

Development Methodology

Rigorous evidence-based approach to framework development

1

Systematic Literature Review

Comprehensive search and analysis of 142 high-quality studies using GRADE methodology to assess evidence quality across all domains.

2

Modified Delphi Process

Three-round consensus development process with international expert panel achieving high inter-rater reliability (ICC = 0.84) across all domains.

3

Framework Validation

External validation by independent experts and pilot testing in diverse healthcare settings to ensure practical applicability.

4

Implementation Guidance

Development of comprehensive implementation tools, assessment instruments, and certification processes for global deployment.

Expected Impact

Transforming neurointerventional care through standardization

Patient Benefits

Improved Outcomes

Standardized care protocols enhance clinical outcomes

Enhanced Safety

Comprehensive safety protocols reduce complications

Faster Treatment

Optimized workflows reduce treatment delays

Healthcare System Benefits

Quality Improvement

Continuous monitoring drives quality enhancement

Network Coordination

Standardized systems enable better coordination

Professional Development

Training standards advance professional competency

Join the NALA Initiative

Be part of the global movement to standardize and improve neurointerventional care