Remaking American Medicine

Remaking American Medicine

Examining the quality crisis in our health-care system and exploring innovative solutions, this four-part PBS documentary provides a comprehensive look at the state of medicine in America today. Topics include patient safety, medical and medication mistakes, hospital-acquired infections, family-centered care and effective management of chronic disease. Moving personal stories highlight the problems and the people who are working to solve them.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Remaking American Medicine

First Air Date

October 5, 2006

Last Air Date

October 26, 2006

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

Production Companies

Networks

PBS

S01E04

Hand in Hand

HAND IN HAND shows how a unique partnership between patients, families and providers is transforming a teaching hospital.

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