Building quality into comprehensive breast care: a practical approach.
The evolution of interdisciplinary breast centers has led to a revolution in both quality and advocacy for better breast care. This article provides new perspectives and practical approaches in the continuing quest to define, build, and deliver quality services. Five building blocks are described to assist breast center leaders and other physicians as they endeavor to elevate quality standards and lower mortality rates in their communities.
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Coleman Breast Center Consultation Services, Tiburon, California, USA.
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