Pearl of the Week: Stay fully present with patients

Free your attention to focus on the patient

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STEPS Forward Pearl of the Week

When clerical documentation assistants record visits, physicians can concentrate on clinical care. This patient-centered efficiency improvement reduces errors, ensures completeness, and strengthens the physician-patient connection. 

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