We have made significant progress in other areas, so I believe that we can achieve comparable data across the country. It is always a challenge, given the decentralized nature of health care delivery. It will take a lot of energy and work to standardize practices, even from one hospital across the city to another, never mind from one jurisdiction to another. I would not say it is easy; I would say it will take ongoing vigilance. But I think it is something that over time we can achieve.
On May 6th, 2008. See this statement in context.