July 01, 2025, MedCentral
Malpractice Risks for Neurologists: How to Avoid a Lawsuit
Diagnostic error is the most prevalent reason for lawsuits against neurologists, occurring in about one-third of the claims. Experts share top strategies to reduce malpractice risk, including documentation, vigilance about differential diagnoses, and more.
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EHR-Related Malpractice Risks and Tips
We analyzed 216 medical malpractice claims that closed from 2010 to 2018 in which EHRs contributed to patient injury.
Nov 17, 2022
Telemedicine Challenges Post-Roe
Telemedicine offers the potential both to bridge geographic gaps and to increase access to in-clinic appointments for pregnant patients. However, varying state laws and patient disparities continue to provide challenges for physicians.
Corporate Influence on Primary Care
Corporate entities have always been involved in healthcare, but now mega corporations—from outside the medical space—are entering the field.
Diagnostic Error in General Surgery
Although claims against general surgeons primarily allege technical surgical-type errors, diagnostic error is the second most frequent allegation against or case type for general surgeons.
Effective Obstetrical Team Communication
Effective communication requires a team effort for the exchange of concise and relevant information.
Study of Emergency Diagnosis Malpractice Claims
A study of diagnosis-type closed medical malpractice claims from care that occurred in the ED from 2014 through the second quarter of 2019.
Obtaining Informed Consent in Clinical Teaching Situations
The basic principles governing informed consent and informed refusal apply to healthcare practitioners in all settings—including academic medical centers and any teaching location.
Dealing With Online Patient Complaints
Clinicians are understandably concerned about their reputations and the consequences of any negative comments posted about them on social media platforms.
Preparing a Facility for Maternal Health Emergencies
This case study highlights risk reduction strategies facilities can use to prepare for and address maternal health emergencies.
