Computer-assisted diagnostic checklist in clinical neurology.

Pasquale F. Finelli; Andrew L. McCabe

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Computer-assisted diagnostic checklist in clinical neurology.

March 23, 2016

Finelli PF, McCabe AL. Neurologist. 2016;21(2):23-7.

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Checklists can reduce risks of cognitive gaps that contribute to errors in health care. This commentary uses case studies to illustrate the potential value of an open-access online diagnostic checklist in neurological care to help physicians determine diagnoses.

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