The Johns Hopkins Hospital: identifying and addressing risks and safety issues.

Paine LA; Baker DR; Rosenstein B; Pronovost PJ.

Johns Hopkins has been recognized for their efforts toward transparency, innovation, and successful engagement of their leadership, and this article provides a thoughtful model for other academic medical centers to mirror the rapid improvements made at Johns Hopkins.

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