Dove James T, Weaver W Douglas, Lewin Jack
Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL 62701, USA.
J Am Coll Cardiol. 2009 Aug 4;54(6):499-501. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2009.05.010.
The momentum for health system reform continues to gain support and cooperation from many groups who were opposed to reform in the past. The uninsured and underinsured numbers have increased with the rising cost of health care and the worsening economy. Designing a health care delivery system that delivers quality patient-centered care will require the direct involvement of patients and medical professionals. The American College of Cardiology is recognized for its commitment to education and quality and a commitment to quality metrics that facilitate best practice. The American College of Cardiology needs to continue its leadership role to ensure that health care reform meets the expectations of our patients and members.
医疗体系改革的势头继续获得许多过去反对改革的团体的支持与合作。随着医疗保健成本的上升和经济的恶化，未参保和参保不足的人数有所增加。设计一个提供以患者为中心的优质护理的医疗服务体系将需要患者和医疗专业人员的直接参与。美国心脏病学会因其对教育和质量的承诺以及对促进最佳实践的质量指标的承诺而受到认可。美国心脏病学会需要继续发挥其领导作用，以确保医疗改革满足我们患者和会员的期望。
