Patient Safety Resources for Clinicians.

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Patient Safety Resources for Clinicians.

November 9, 2005

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons; AAOS.

This Web site includes patient safety-related materials for orthopedic surgeons such as checklists, educational modules, tips, and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) official statements.

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