An interview with Peter Pronovost

Peter Pronovost

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An interview with Peter Pronovost

November 2, 2005

Pronovost P. Jt Comm J Qual Saf. 2004;30(12):659-64.

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This interview with Dr. Peter Pronovost, the 2004 Eisenberg research award winner, discusses his work in intensive care unit safety.

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