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During the last 50 years, dramatic improvements in safety have been made in industries, including energy production, rail, air transport and construction. However, the rate of accidental harm to patients from their treatment has not changed much in healthcare, despite 30 years of research.
In this lecture, Professor Peter McCulloch will explain particular problems of the healthcare environment and the challenges to developing ultra-safe care.