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MedStar Health Institute for Quality and Safety.

June 6, 2018

MedStar Health. 10980 Grantchester Way, Columbia, MD 21044.

Health care has recognized the importance of designing systems solutions that reduce risks. Established within MedStar Health, this center provides training, supports research, and raises awareness of human-focused and system-focused approaches to improving safety in health care.

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