The role of the chief executive officer in maximizing patient safety.

Arthur S Shorr

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The role of the chief executive officer in maximizing patient safety.

April 11, 2007

Shorr AS. Healthcare executive. 2007;22(2):20-2, 24, 26.

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The author discusses executive accountability for patient safety and active involvement in creating a patient-centric culture.

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