Physicians on probation are much more likely to require further discip — Lisa McGiffert

"They have so many more resources than us, with lobbyists and staff people who are watching these issues all over the country, every day."

"They wanted to be active partners in deciding where they lived and who cared for them."

"We need to know enough about the cost of medical harm."

"Maybe if patients knew, they wouldn’t see the doctor. Maybe they still would. But they are doing it with their eyes open."

"The objection is that, gee, this would be very uncomfortable for doctors. What does that tell you? Sometimes you need that kind of pressure."

"Cost of care has attracted a lot of attention, and it’s important that reporters cover it. But quality is just as important, more important really, and it contributes to cost."