Striving for diagnostic excellence.

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Striving for diagnostic excellence.

August 30, 2023

Centor RM, Dhaliwal G. Annals On Call. July 2023.

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Diagnostic accuracy requires both cognitive and team-focused skill development. This podcast interview shares problem-solving tactics that support diagnostic excellence and how to measure it. Tracking diagnosis outcomes at a patient level is one strategy discussed.

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