The technologist's role in patient safety and quality in medical imaging.

Liana Watson; Teresa G. Odle

Commentary

The technologist's role in patient safety and quality in medical imaging.

June 5, 2013

Watson L, Odle TG. Radiol Technol. 2013;84(5):536-41.

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This commentary discusses how staff, workplace culture, and technology can affect medical imaging safety and recommends best practices to address these concerns.

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