The impact of professionalism on safe surgical care.

Anthony Whittemore; New England Society for Vascular Surgery

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The impact of professionalism on safe surgical care.

August 9, 2011

Whittemore A, Surgery NES for V. J Vasc Surg. 2007;45(2):415-9.

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The author discusses disruptive, disrespectful behavior in physicians, explains components of professional behavior, and outlines an education initiative to improve professionalism at one hospital.

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