Diagnostic Excellence Center on Diagnostic Errors
In part with the Center for Evidence-Based Imaging (CEBI) and supported by the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ) from September 2022 – September 2026, the HMS Library of Evidence will be contributing to DECODE's aim of consensus on diagnosis and management recommendations.
DECODE is 1 of 10 Diagnostic Centers of Excellence.
DECODE focuses on decreasing diagnostic errors in medical imaging by implementing and evaluating a highly resilient system for care planning and coordination, as well as a peer learning system for clinical providers.
In addition, we seek consensus on evidence-based recommendations to enhance diagnosis of four targeted diseases – lung, prostate, pancreas and adrenal cancer.
Combined, these initiatives aim to help reduce delayed, wrong, or missed diagnoses that contribute to poor patient outcomes.