A room for mistake:views of patients and physicians on medical errors

Abstract

The article is devoted to the problem of medical errors and responsibility for them. The study was conducted by interviewing physicians and patients. 98% of physicians have encountered medical errors in their practice. The most common causes of medical errors are: insufficient knowledge and experience, lack of attention to a patient. The results indicate a loyal attitude of patients towards medical errors. More than 30% of patients believe that a physician should not be punished for an error.

Keywords

• medical errors
• responsibility of physician for medical error
• quality of medical care