Council on Surgical and Perioperative Safety.

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Council on Surgical and Perioperative Safety.

March 25, 2009

633 N. St. Clair St. Chicago, IL, 60611.

This Web site provides information about the Council on Surgical and Perioperative Safety, a group of seven organizations that raises awareness of surgical and perioperative issues, furthers research, provides expert knowledge, and supports collaboration.

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