Teamwork and Communication Skills in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Wilson, Jennifer L; Whyte, Richard I; Gangadharan, Sidhu P; Kent, Michael S · Ann Thorac Surg · 2017

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Abstract

Teamwork and communication skills are essential for the safe practice of cardiothoracic surgery. In this article, we will summarize the literature on teamwork and the culture of safety, and discuss how surgeons may directly improve the outcomes of their patients by addressing these factors.

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