Clinical peer review

Clinical Peer Review

Clinical peer review, also known as medical peer review or healthcare peer review is the process by which health care professionals evaluate each other’s clinical performance. This practice is a form of peer review used in the field of medicine to maintain standards of quality and improve performance.

Pronunciation

• Clinical: /ˈklɪnɪkəl/
• Peer: /pɪər/
• Review: /rɪˈvjuː/

Etymology

The term Clinical peer review is derived from the following words:

• Clinical - from the Greek word "klinike" meaning "bedside", used in the context of "bedside visit" by a doctor.
• Peer - from the Latin word "par" meaning "equal", referring to a person who is equal in abilities or qualifications.
• Review - from the Middle French word "reveue" meaning "a reviewing, review".

Process

The process of clinical peer review involves a systematic and detailed assessment of a healthcare professional's performance by his or her peers. This can include reviewing medical records, observing procedures, and conducting interviews with the professional and their patients. The goal is to identify areas of strength and weakness, and to provide feedback for improvement.

Related Terms

• Medical audit
• Quality improvement
• Patient safety
• Healthcare quality

Benefits

Clinical peer review is an important tool for maintaining high standards of care in the healthcare industry. It allows for the identification of potential issues or areas of concern, and provides a mechanism for addressing these issues. This can lead to improved patient outcomes, increased patient satisfaction, and a reduction in medical errors.

Challenges

Despite its benefits, clinical peer review can also present challenges. These can include potential bias in the review process, the time and resources required to conduct a thorough review, and potential resistance from healthcare professionals.

See Also

• Medical ethics
• Healthcare management
• Healthcare reform

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Clinical peer review
• Wikipedia's article - Clinical peer review

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