The Physician’s Guide to Patient Safety Organizations (pdf) is AMA’s newest published guidelines aimed at helping physicians understand the Patient Safety Act, which is federal legislation passed to minimize adverse patient experiences. The guide also discusses in detail patient safety evaluation systems and patient safety organizations.
The report on Advancing Ambulatory Quality Improvement (pdf) was published to help medical professionals take a closer look at 13 medical societies and how they plan to improve current and future ambulatory care. The guide includes recommendations for improvement in quality care.
Read the American Medical Association’s news release on reports to help with ASC patient safety.
Read more coverage on patient safety:
– Guidance for Preventing Patient Falls: Insight From Dr. Jack Egnatinsky of AAAHC
– AORN Offers New ASC Infection Control Course
– Guidance to Improve Proper Hand Hygiene
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