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Feb 03, 2025
Simulation-Based Training Prepares Practitioners for High-Risk Events
Pamela J. Chambers, DNP, EJD, MSN, CRNA, CPPS, FAANA, Associate Professor, Nurse Anesthesia Program, Rosalind Franklin University; Recent Two-Term Member, Board of Directors, National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists; Member, TDC Group APC Advisory Board
SIM-based training can enhance clinical skills and competencies while helping students and midcareer professionals prepare for various scenarios, including emergencies.

Jul 28, 2023
Quick Check: Informed Consent Process
Using our Quick Check tool can help you improve your informed consent process and documentation.

Jul 13, 2022
Malpractice May Be Negative, but Its Data Can Generate Positive Results
David L. Feldman, MD, MBA, FACS, Chief Medical Officer, The Doctors Company and TDC Group
We can leverage malpractice data to target and drive investment in patient safety efforts. Malpractice data shows us very clearly that good communication and teamwork are vital to preventing adverse events and malpractice claims—while also dramatically improving working conditions and enhancing patient safety.

Jun 18, 2024
Artificial Intelligence: Emerging Issues in Healthcare and Insurance Public Policy
Remi Stone, JD, Director, Government Relations, The Doctors Company
As AI becomes more integrated into healthcare, matters relating to professional liability remain unsettled.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

Jun 06, 2023
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare: Strategies for Culturally Appropriate Patient Care
From The Doctor’s Advocate

Sep 19, 2022
Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare, Part One: Mutual Respect
David L. Feldman, MD, MBA, FACS, Chief Medical Officer, The Doctors Company and TDC Group; Senior Vice President, Healthcare Risk Advisors
Mutual respect is the foundation of patient safety, risk reduction, and professional satisfaction. In the first article of a four-part series, Dr. David Feldman outlines strategies for fostering respect in healthcare.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

Video Jul 10, 2024
Increasing APC Responsibilities Lead to New Care Models: How TDC Group Provides Support
In a time of worsening physician shortages, new approaches to primary care, home care, and elder care are essential. Thoughtful structuring of care teams can assist many specialties in maintaining or expanding access to care while containing costs, relieving burdens for physicians, and continuing to provide high-quality and attentive care. Learn more about these new care models and how TDC Group provides support from Laura Kline, Senior Vice President of Business Development for TDC Group.

November 28, 2023, Crico
Higher Malpractice Risk with Advanced Practice Providers? Data Say Not Really
Does the increased prevalence of non-physician patient care mean an increased risk to patient safety?

Oct 28, 2021
Plastic Surgery Closed Claims Study Reveals Most Common Case Types
Jacqueline Ross, RN, PhD, Coding Director, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, and Susan Shepard, MSN, RN, Senior Director, Patient Safety Staff Education
In this study of plastic surgery closed claims, The Doctors Company looks at the most common case types, most common patient injuries, primary drivers / frequent allegations, and strategies for mitigating risk for both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Sep 01, 2023
Inappropriate Dental Care and Delegation During Use of Conscious Sedation Lead to Patient Death
Our discussion of a tragic case includes strategies to help dental professionals avoid patient injury when performing a treatment or procedure involving sedation or anesthesia.