The ACS NSQIP provides a good model to systematic collect, analyze and act on outcomes data from daily practice. A paper published by Annals of Surgery gave a detail metrics to measure surgical quality and safety.
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A randomized trial using medical simulation technology beyond medical education. This is a great example using simulation applications for human factors and system evaluation suggested by Dr. Small.
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National Academy of Engineering and the Institute of Medicine published this book emphasized the need for two disciplines working together to address the health care and patient safety issues.
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