Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9404575 | Surgery | 2005 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Physicians and hospital managers can no longer pass on cost increases at will to patients and third-party payers. Nor can physicians and managers ignore the heightened power of patients and third-party payers. Effective dialogue and collaboration are in all parties' interests to optimize patient care and to develop innovative services. Despite the tensions created by competition and rapid change, transformation from a blaming to a learning environment may be a key strategic advantage in today's health care marketplace.
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Authors
Kenneth H. MD, MBA, FACS, Sandra L. PhD, Richard W. MD, MBA, FACS,