Despite more than two decades of effort, medical harm and error remain a significant challenge for Massachusetts. The Center's research is focused on gaining a stronger understanding of the incidence, consequences and potential solutions to persistent and emerging patient safety risks in all health care settings across the state.

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The Financial and Human Cost of Medical Error

... and How Massachusetts Can Lead the Way on Patient Safety (June 2019)

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Patient Safety in the Commonwealth

Experts describe risks to patient safety in Massachusetts and potential mitigation strategies. (Dec. 2014)

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The Public’s View on Medical Error in Massachusetts

Our statewide survey, by the Harvard School of Public Health, finds that a meaningful number of people experience medical errors, yet most don't think patient harm is a serious problem. (Dec. 2014)

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Adverse Event Reporting in MA and Other States

A study of adverse event reporting systems by the National Academy of State Health Policy found that while data collected by states are incomplete, they can be leveraged to inform initiatives and collaborative learning. (Dec. 2014)

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Advisory Roundtables: Conversations about Patient Safety in MA

The Betsy Lehman Center spoke with doctors, patients, employers, insurers, health care administrators and others about their concerns, experiences, challenges, and suggestions for improving patient safety. (Nov. 2014)

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