Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety.

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Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety.

August 8, 2018

Illinois Health and Hospital Association.

The Midwest Alliance for Patient Safety is a partnership led by the Illinois Health and Hospital Association. The alliance offers the support of a patient safety organization and educational tools to spread best practices developed in the region.

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