Minimizing bias in clinical peer review.
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چکیده
The chief sources of bias in peer review include the clinical outcome and the reviewer. But there are ways to mitigate any bias.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Physician executive
دوره 37 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011