In an increasingly complicating medical world, checklists can help surgeons and other doctors avoid missing key steps and making mistakes that can cause patients harm.
A recent study found that both interns and patients want a supervising doctor involved in the care provided.
Today, many healthcare organizations have evolved into large and complex systems where the care of the patient is sometimes compromised precisely because of this complexity.
A recent study found that over 3/4s of patients under 16 with a SCFE diagnosis had multiple care contacts with symptomatology before the actual diagnosis is made.
A recent study suggests that hospitals have been overusing VTE prophylaxis on patients after major surgery.
Swedish Medical Center recently sent letters informing cardiovascular surgery patients that a device used during surgery may have been contaminated with bacteria.
A recent article in Public Citizen News takes the position that limiting work hours for medical residents is necessary to promote patient safety.
Recently the Seattle Times ran an article on UW Medical School’s recent shift away from intense classroom learning for its first and second year medical
Recently, the Department of Health and Human Services issues a report indicating that 29% of patients in rehab hospitals suffered some kind of harm resulting from their care.
According to a recent report, electronic health records may increase medical errors and malpractice liability.