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Aug 30, 2022
Telephone Triage and Medical Advice Protocols
Debra Kane Hill, MBA, RN, Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, and Richard F. Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company
Telephone triage requires an accurate assessment of the patient’s concerns without the benefit of a face-to-face visit.

OB Patient Safety Credit Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Our voluntary program is open to all qualifying member obstetricians, family practitioners providing obstetrical care, and certified nurse midwives (CNMs) who are actively involved in deliveries.

Nov 12, 2020
Cardiology Closed Claims Study
This review of 210 cardiology malpractice claims identifies the most common patient allegations and the specific factors contributing to patient injury.

July 08, 2021, Medscape
Are Oncologists Liable for Pandemic-Related Treatment Delays?
Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, chairman and chief executive officer of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, is among experts quoted on concerns that the number of malpractice claims related to care during the pandemic will rise.

April Aiken
Professional Risk Associates in Midlothian, Virginia, has served health care providers in the mid-Atlantic region since 1989.

Reporting a Claim
As a member, it is essential that you notify The Doctors Company immediately if an incident occurs that may lead to a claim or if a claim has been made against you. Your claim specialist will immediately go into action to protect you. We’ll be with you every step of the way.

Family Medicine/Primary Care
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks in family medicine/primary care.

Sep 29, 2021
Getting Sued for Breast Cancer Malpractice
Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Doctors Company and TDC Group
Our closed claims data reveal that suits involving breast cancer are the most common type of cancer-related claim. This article lists the issues that most often lead to claims.

Aug 30, 2021
Latest Foundation News
The Foundation announces a key sponsorship and welcomes a new member to its Board of Directors.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

April 12, 2022, Medical Economics
How Doctors Can Minimize Their Chances of Being Sued for Malpractice
Robert E. White, Jr., Chief Operating Officer of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses why thorough, accurate documentation is a doctor’s best defense against malpractice suits.