Sites in this category are devoted solely to consumers. However, several sites in the general section have resources for consumers.

* Denotes a web site that is recommended either due to its extensive patient safety information, or specific tools or resources that may be useful.

P.U.L.S.E. (Persons United Limiting Substandards and Errors in Healthcare)

Phone: 516-579-4711
Email (East Coast): pulse516@aol.com
Email (Midwest): pulsecolo@hotmail.com
Agency site: www.pulseamerica.org

Description: This site offers information on the national (and local chapters of) PULSE, a consumer-focused organization geared towards education and support. Resources include a chat room, personal stories, related links for patients' rights, some state-specific resources, as well as physician profiles.

This information is provided by way of the National Patient Safety Foundation.