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Bridging the communication gap in the operating room with medical team training.

November 2, 2005

Awad SS, Fagan SP, Bellows C, et al. Am J Surg. 2005;190(5):770-4.

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Investigators implemented a training program that used crew resource management and organizational change principles to improve communication in the operating room. Preoperative briefings significantly improved communication between surgeons and anesthesiologists.

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