The need for systems integration in health care.

Simon C. Mathews; Peter Pronovost

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The need for systems integration in health care.

March 9, 2011

Mathews SC, Pronovost P. JAMA. 2011;305(9):934-5.

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This commentary suggests a systems approach for implementing technologies to improve safety and efficiency in hospitals.

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