Engaging Physicians in Patient Safety
A Handbook for Leaders
2006. 118 pages. ISBN: 0-86688-946-9
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This book is an invaluable tool for health care organizations seeking better physician involvement. This book will provide health care leaders with the information they need to understand how to make physicians want to be involved and the tools they need to effectively engage physicians in the organization's patient safety initiatives. This book begins with an overview of the physician's role in the culture of safety. It outlines common obstacles to physician involvement in hospital initiatives, such as time constraints, clinical relevance, communication, and lack of teamwork. Each chapter describes solutions for overcoming physician's skepticism and tips for getting physicians on board to meet strategic goals and objectives. Practical examples, including strategies, sample scenarios, and real life case studies are provided. Special Features: practical tips and strategies for encouraging physician involvement in patient safety initiatives; solutions for overcoming physician skepticism about organization initiatives, the purpose of the patient safety initiative, team participation, and time commitment; and organizations will have a clear understanding of the importance of involving physicians in patient safety initiatives.
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IPSI01
Price: $65.00 USD
