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Morbidity and mortality conferences: a narrative review of strategies to prioritize quality improvement.
Giesbrecht V, Au S. Morbidity and Mortality Conferences: A Narrative Review of Strategies to Prioritize Quality Improvement. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2016;42(11):516-527. doi:10.1016/S1553-7250(16)42094-5.
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October 31, 2017
Giesbrecht V, Au S. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2016;42(11):516-527.
Morbidity and mortality (M&M) conferences were developed to enable clinicians to discuss and learn from adverse events. This review explores examples of M&M programs that emphasize quality improvement and a culture of safety and determined common themes, including defining the purpose and goals of the M&M conference, identifying appropriate cases, and establishing follow-up responsibilities.
