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Commentary
The future of engaging patients and families for patient safety.
October 18, 2023
O'Hara JK, Canfield C. Lancet. 2023;403(10429):791-793.
Specialization, setting-specific emphasis of improvement actions and task-oriented production pressures degrade patient-centeredness and safety. This commentary highlights the importance of involving patients in safety improvement efforts at both the clinical and operational levels to reduce structural barriers to high-quality care.
