New research on the radiology experiences of patients takes a look at a different kind of adverse event—emotional harm. A recent study published in the journal Radiology explored how emotional harm during radiology events can erode patient trust and overall confidence in medical treatment. When discussing adverse events, we often discuss misdiagnosis, delay in care, … Continued
New research looks at how the dramatic jump in telemedicine due to the COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in communication, patient care, and the potential for medical error. Telehealth is here to stay. While the use of remote care was steadily growing prior to the pandemic, sudden urgency to socially distance, reduce infection rates, … Continued