Aug 02, 2023
Noncompliant Patients Increase Liability Risks for Practitioners
Practitioners face potential liability when patients do not follow up as instructed or refuse at-home help.
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Professional Education
Errors in Anticoagulation Management in the Dermatology Office (Claims Corner CME)
In reviewing closed malpractice claims, The Doctors Company has found an increased risk of claims in patients taking direct acting oral anticoagulants that undergo office-based dermatologic procedures. This case study highlights the factors contributing to the improper management of these patients, including errors in clinical judgment, anticoagulant management, and communication.
Informed Consent/Shared Decision Making
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks in informed consent.
April 06, 2022, Medical Economics
Regional Variations in Malpractice Premium Increases
Robert E. White, Jr., Chief Operating Officer of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, details why malpractice premium increases vary according to location and specialty.
Aug 01, 2023
Obstetrics and Gynecology: Frequently Asked Patient Safety Questions
Our experts answer questions about topics in obstetrics and gynecology, including cesarean delivery on maternal request and screening mammograms.
Anesthesiology
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks in anesthesiology.
Dentistry
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks in dentistry.
Emergency Care
A list of articles and expert insights on patient safety issues and risks in emergency medicine.
Medication Management
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks around medication management.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
A list of articles, expert insights, and education on patient safety issues and risks in oral and maxillofacial surgery.