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How Should We Discuss Inequity and Iatrogenic Harm in Academic Health Centers?

Authors :
Tao, Zoe
Scarlet, Sara
Source :
AMA Journal of Ethics; Aug2022, Vol. 24 Issue 8, p748-752, 5p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

Discussing errors and quality improvement is a tradition in academic health centers, particularly in morbidity and mortality conferences embedded in surgical training and during teaching rounds. Little, if any, attention is typically given to iatrogenic harms from structural racism, however. This article canvasses ways in which training programs recognize and address health care-generated harm from inequity and identifies areas for improvement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23766980
Volume :
24
Issue :
8
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
AMA Journal of Ethics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
158325548
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1001/amajethics.2022.748