Responding to Medical Errors — Implementing the Modern Ethical Paradigm
Thomas H. Gallagher, Allen Kachalia
Abstract
Audio Interview Interview with Thomas Gallagher on historical and current ethical approaches to responding to harmful medical errors. 17m 25s Download AbstractUnder communication and resolution programs, health care providers aim to minimize suffering and promote learning when patient harm occurs. Doing so is especially challenging when harm was due to an error.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineParadigm shiftMEDLINEEngineering ethicsEpistemologyLawPolitical sciencePhilosophyEngineeringMedical Malpractice and Liability IssuesPatient Safety and Medication ErrorsEthics in medical practice