Medical error is a rising problem in our society. In 2000, the Insitute of Medicine published a report entitled "To Err is Human" that revealed the statistics of medical error to the public and recommended numerous changes to combat the problem. The report led to a widespread analysis of medical error from many different points of view. This site is divided into sections to allow you to explore different areas of medical error.

• The "To Err is Human" page summarized the report, discusses what actions were taken, and what the future holds.
• The Photo Essay visually outlines some examples of medical error and explains how they occur and can be prevented.
• The Book Review is centered on book that analyzes medical error from the point of view of the physicians, patients, and families.
• The Feedback page provides you an opportunity to express you thoughts on the site.
• The Bio page provides a short biography of the author.