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The Aktionsbündnis Patientensicherheit e.V. (APS) is a non-profit association that has been committed to safe and quality-oriented healthcare in Germany since its founding in 2005.
The main mission of the APS is to improve patient safety by bundling expertise and interdisciplinary networking. The association stands for credibility through independence, factual and evidence-based information, as well as solution-oriented and cooperative collaboration. The focus is on the safety of patients, with learning from mistakes considered the most important tool for improving patient safety[1][3].
The APS is a network that includes representatives of healthcare professions, their associations, patient organizations, as well as industry and business. This interdisciplinary collaboration enables the development of comprehensive and effective solutions for improving patient safety[3][4].
Through its diverse activities, publications, and training offerings, the Aktionsbündnis Patientensicherheit e.V. significantly contributes to ensuring and improving patient safety in Germany.
