In the news: Want to improve quality? Start by getting physicians involved.
Medical Staff Leader Connection, October 28, 2009
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It’s no secret that physicians are increasingly disengaged from hospital happenings, and that may be affecting hospitals’ quality improvement projects, according to a new study from The Center for Studying Health System Change, a policy research organization in Washington, D.C. The study suggests several possible solutions, such as motivating physicians with data, gaining support through strong medical staff leadership, and employing physicians.
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