When We Do Harm: A Doctor Confronts Medical Error

Are you concerned about the safety of your healthcare? Medical mistakes are more common than we realize, but there is a solution. Introducing "When We Do Harm: A Doctor Confronts Medical Error," an eye-opening book by renowned author Danielle Ofri. With rich stories and research, this acclaimed MD delves deep into patient safety and explores how we can improve outcomes. Don't let preventable harm happen to you or your loved ones. Learn how to advocate for yourself and ensure you receive the best care possible.

Medical science has come a long way in reducing mortality and suffering, but there's still work to be done. Treatment can sometimes cause harm, and a significant portion of it is preventable. Dr. Ofri shines a light on the diagnostic, systemic, and cognitive causes of medical errors, providing invaluable insights for healthcare professionals and patients alike.

With extensive interviews conducted with nurses, physicians, administrators, researchers, patients, and families, this book offers a comprehensive look at the issues surrounding medical errors. Dr. Ofri not only highlights the need for concrete safety interventions such as checklists and improvements to electronic medical records but also emphasizes the cultural and cognitive shifts required to truly tackle this problem.

Throughout the book, you'll find powerfully human stories that will touch your heart. From barely noticeable missteps to harrowing medical cataclysms, Dr. Ofri's experiences will make you question and reflect on the flaws of our healthcare system.

Our healthcare system may never be perfect, but we can strive for a future with minimized preventable harms. Join the national healthcare conversation and make patient safety the top priority. Get your copy of "When We Do Harm: A Doctor Confronts Medical Error" now and become part of the solution.

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