Panel Discussion: What Can We Do to Fortify Patient Safety in Perioperative Medicine?
Channel: Patient Safety Movement
Date: 2018-04-02

Johannes Wacker, Chairman of Patient Safety and Quality Committee at ESA, Zeev Goldik, VP of ESA, Jannicke Mellin-Olsen, President of World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists, Andrew Smith, Professor and ESA member, and Divid Whitaker of ESA gather their thoughts on some of the elements of perioperative medicine. A topic of great discussion includes the role of patients and families, who are often discredited in the care process. In addition, topics such as user-friendly equipment, following mandates, and the importance of introduction and individuality in the healthcare team are also discussed.