Balancing doctor egos and errors.

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Balancing doctor egos and errors.

November 23, 2016

Sweeney JF. Medical Economics. November 10, 2016.

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Disclosure and candor with patients after a medical error has gained support from organizations, clinicians, and patients. This magazine article discusses how initiatives such as communication-and-resolution programs can reduce lawsuits, provide opportunities for learning, and improve physician–patient relationships.

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