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ECRI
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Background
ECRI is an independent, nonprofit organization established to improve safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness in healthcare settings.
- Based in the United States, it functions as both an Evidence-based Practice Center and Patient Safety Organization.
- Operates the largest Patient Safety Organization dataset with over 8 million safety events.
- Maintains independent medical device testing laboratories in North America and Asia Pacific.
- Serves approximately two-thirds of U.S. healthcare providers.
Focus Areas
ECRI is primarily focused on healthcare safety and supply chain intelligence.
- Dedicated to enhancing patient safety through large datasets and expert analysis.
- Provides independent testing and insights for medical devices and supply chains.
UAP Involvement
While ECRI does not engage in UAP/UFO research, it was mentioned in UAP research contexts.
- Cited as an example of international anomaly resolution efforts.