Patient Safety

We face an epidemic of preventable deaths related to medical errors in our country

A Johns Hopkins study showed medical errors are the third leading cause of death, only behind heart disease and cancer, costing over 250,000 Americans their lives each year. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine estimated one in four patients experience harm in a hospital. In Texas, the effect of so-called tort "reform" has been devastating for patients who face high hurdles to justice if they are victims of medical malpractice.

We must do more to protect patients in our state. The Texas Legislature is evaluating a number of important bills this session in this area.

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Give Texas Patients a Voice

HB 923

Informed consent matters!

Patients need to understand the risks and complications associated with a medical procedure so they can make an informed decision. Please support HB 923 to ensure they have a voice in the process.

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Additional Patient Safety Campaigns

Share your Story

Your story can speak volumes. By sharing your struggle to hold your insurance company, health care provider, or corporation accountable, you can help us promote common sense reforms at the Capitol.

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Put Patient Safety First!

HB 1998

Transparency and accountability at the Texas Medical Board are key for protecting patients' rights and safety. A small number of doctors commit the majority of the harm. HB 1998 by Rep. Julie Johnson will help improve the Texas Medical Board, putting patient safety first. Take one minute to tell your lawmakers to support HB 1998!

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