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04/17/26

The effect of feedback on the diagnostic process of physicians at the emergency department: a systematic review.

Schols, Laurens A; Zwaan, Laura; Woltman, Andrea M; Scheepers, Renee A; Haagsma, Juanita A; Rood, Pleunie P M. Eur J Emerg Med.

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Summary

Systematic feedback may improve diagnostic performance in emergency departments (ED), though evidence is limited. This review looks at feedback characteristics provided to ED physicians and their impact on performance and confidence. Despite few low-quality studies, the findings suggest that structured feedback could positively influence ED physicians’ diagnostic abilities, highlighting its potential as a valuable enhancement tool.

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Schols LA, Zwaan L, Woltman AM, et al. The effect of feedback on the diagnostic process of physicians at the emergency department: a systematic review. Eur J Emerg Med. 2026;33(4):228-236.