Sued for misdiagnosis? It could happen to you.

Helen Lippman; John Davenport

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Sued for misdiagnosis? It could happen to you.

September 3, 2014

Lippman H, Davenport J. J Fam Pract. 2010;59(9):498-508.

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This article explains how to avoid diagnostic error, minimize litigation, and prevent patient harm.

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