Learning From Patients’ Experiences Related to Diagnostic Errors Is Essential for Progress in Patient Safety

This 2018 article by Traber Giardina et al. is based on an analysis of patient- and family-reported diagnostic errors. It identifies problem behaviors that physicians engaged in that contributed to diagnostic error. In addition, it urges healthcare organizations to reduce diagnostic errors by promoting patient-centered communication and engagement skills in their staff.


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Public Health
Topic
Diagnostic Safety
Audience
Health Care Professionals, Organizational Leaders and Administrators, Researchers and Academics
Setting
Hospitals and Health Systems, Primary Care and Outpatient Practices, Research Settings
Level
Advanced