Patrick S. Chaftari

Dr. Patrick S. Chaftari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX. He serves as the Clinical Medical Director of the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU), Chair of the institution's Unitization Review, and a staff physician in the Emergency Center. He joined MD Anderson in 2009 and is board-certified in Internal Medicine.

• Education: Strategic MBA from the University of Houston.
• Certifications: Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physician (ABQAURP) with a Physician Advisor certification (CHCQM-PHYADV).

His research focuses on reducing medical errors, ensuring patient safety, eliminating waste in healthcare systems, and avoiding delays in care delivery. He contributes to clinical operations in emergency medicine and quality management.

• Key Contributions: Leadership in clinical decision unit operations and quality assurance initiatives.

Scientific Awards:

• Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physician (ABQAURP)
• Physician Advisor certification (CHCQM-PHYADV)