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Mar 20, 2019
Study of Malpractice Claims Involving Children
Darrell Ranum, JD, CPHRM, Vice President, Patient Safety and Risk Management
The Doctors Company analyzed 1,215 claims filed on behalf of pediatric patients that closed from 2008 through 2017.

Professional Education
Anesthesia: Diagnosis and Management of Posterior Anterior Neck Hematoma
Anterior neck hematoma (ANH) is a serious emergency that can block the airway and endanger the life of a patient who has had neck surgery. Anesthesia professionals need to be ready to identify ANH and act when there is no surgeon nearby. This course covers recognizing the signs and symptoms of postoperative ANH and strategies for response.

April 08, 2026, Inside Medical Liability
Could Timely Diagnosis of Preeclampsia Have Prevented Stroke?
A patient’s presentation may align imperfectly with clinical indications for a concerning diagnosis like preeclampsia. Nevertheless, the progression, or even persistence, of certain symptoms deserves prompt investigation, accompanied by patient education and documentation.

July 28, 2026, Rapid Risk Review Podcast
Championing Care: Advocacy That Shapes the Future of Healthcare
Remi Stone, JD, Assistant Vice President of Government Relations for The Doctors Company, shares insights into the legislative landscape affecting clinicians, including tort reform, third-party litigation funding, and innovative legal protections for practitioners.

March 01, 2026, Business Insurance
Medical Spa Boom Reveals New Lines of Risk
Julie Ritzman, Senior Vice President of Patient Safety and Risk Management, discusses how variance in medspa ownership can lead to inconsistent governance, supervision, and accountability.

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