Patient safety culture research within the chiropractic profession: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

A proactive patient safety culture is crucial in healthcare to minimize preventable harm and improve patient outcomes. This scoping review explores key themes, trends, and gaps in patient safety culture research within the chiropractic profession.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted across 5 databases from inception to December 2024. Peer-reviewed, English-language studies focusing on chiropractic patient safety culture were included. Following scoping review methodology, articles were screened, data were extracted, and both qualitative and quantitative analyses were conducted. External consultants from patient safety-focused chiropractic groups were sought to review findings. Trends and themes were identified, and findings were compared agai

SUBMITTER: Wright DS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12538883 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature