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A multifaceted approach to improve patient safety, prevent medical errors and resolve the professional liability crisis.
Weinstein L. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2006;194:1160-1165; discussion 1165-1167.

The author provides background on the professional liability crisis and suggests that focus should be on changes to risk management, professional liability insurance, and the tort system.

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