Explain a Medical Error? Sure. Apologize Too?

Heather said: "Most doctors are afraid to take responsibility for medical errors but studies have shown that physicians? apologies may protect against litigation. [url=http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/01/health/views/01case.html?ex=1356843600&en=426500156666ffce&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss]More...[/url]"