Video May 24, 2024
Alleviating the Physician Shortage
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) predicts demand for medical services in the U.S. will grow much faster than physician supply, leading to an estimated physician shortage of between 54,100 and 139,000 by 2033. In primary care relief is coming for overburdened physicians, as APCs are among the fastest growing professions.
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Mar 06, 2026
Continuing Education for Physicians Needs More Flexibility, More Relevance, and Fewer Headaches
To keep pace as medical knowledge advances, physicians have an opportunity—and an obligation—to rethink continuing education. We need our learning to be more continuous, more experiential, and more collaborative.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
Sep 05, 2025
Strong Working Relationships With Patients Protect Healthcare Practitioners
It’s a mistake to value technical expertise at the expense of rapport with the patient. Patient-centered communication weaves a safety net under clinicians if events take an unexpected turn.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
December 15, 2023, Inside Medical Liability
MPL Cases: What Are the Primary Drivers of High-Indemnity Medical Malpractice Claims?
Jacqueline Ross, RN, PhD, Coding Director, and Kathrine Soulsby, RN, BSN, Senior Patient Safety Analyst, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, investigate high-dollar medical malpractice litigation and explain how reducing diagnostic errors is paramount to enhancing patient safety and mitigating loss costs.
When Midwives Should Escalate Care
One of the greatest sources of liability for midwives is delays in escalating care. By laying the groundwork for care escalation in advance, all practitioners and practices can promote patient safety while mitigating their own liability risks.
Sep 05, 2025
Patient Safety INSIGHT Services Shine a Light on Risks and Trends Others Can’t See
The Doctors Company is continually working to identify potential sources of risk and enhance patient safety. Our Patient Safety INSIGHT Services take a data-driven, collaborative approach to help you reduce adverse events while increasing patient safety and satisfaction.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
Otolaryngology Informed Consent Guide
Our analysis of otolaryngology claims revealed that inadequate informed consent is a frequent contributing factor in malpractice claims.
Video Jul 29, 2024
Nuclear Verdicts' Impact on MPL Rates
In 2010, there were 18 nuclear verdicts totaling $10 million or more in the United States. By the end of 2023, there were 58 of these large verdicts, meaning there was at least one nuclear verdict occurring every week across the U.S. The bad news? 2024 is on pace to equal or surpass what transpired in 2023. Robert White, President of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses how large verdicts are creating a domino effect on medical professional liability rates.
Overview of Obesity-Related Malpractice Claims
The Doctors Company continues to see an increase in lawsuits involving patients with obesity.
Member Benefits for AAO-HNS
The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery sponsors The Doctors Company. AAO-HNS members receive unique benefits, including exclusive program discounts and credits.
