In the second half of the 20th century, the body has become a central theme of intellectual debate. How should we perceive the human body? Is it best understood

Advances in medical, biomedical and health services research have reduced the level of uncertainty in clinical practice. Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) com

The Institute of Medicine study Crossing the Quality Chasm (2001) recommended that an interdisciplinary summit be held to further reform of health professions e

Collaborations of physicians and researchers with industry can provide valuable benefits to society, particularly in the translation of basic scientific discove

This volume, developed by the Observatory together with OECD, provides an overall conceptual framework for understanding and applying strategies aimed at improv