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Engaging patients and family members in patient safety—the experience of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation.

April 15, 2005

Wale JB, Moon RR. Psychiatr Q. 2005;76(1):85-95.

The article outlines initiatives undertaken by the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to encourage patient and family member involvement in the safety of mental health services.

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