Transparency and Disclosure.

Disclosure of medical errors and adverse outcomes is expected by regulatory agencies and society as a whole. Disclosure should occur in a systematic way that ensures honesty and transparency regarding the care that has been provided. It is often appropriate to seek professional help from Clinical Risk Management to assist with disclosure of any serious safety event that resulted in harm.

Patient safety in the ambulatory OB/GYN setting.

The frequency of surgical procedures in the office setting is increasing, and patient safety in this setting now has an expanded focus. Methods and strategies, including Ambulatory Patient Safety Guidelines, results tracking, communication, and risk management principles, will be reviewed in this chapter.