Leadership oversight for patient safety programs: an essential element. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

Leadership oversight for patient safety programs: an essential element. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

• Commentary
 
• Published December 2017

Leadership oversight for patient safety programs: an essential element.

Moffatt-Bruce S, Clark S, DiMaio M, Fann J. Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 21; [Epub ahead of print].

Leadership engagement in patient safety improvement efforts is an important component for success. This commentary highlights the role of clinical, administrative, and board leaders in creating an environment conducive to a culture of safety.

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