December 01, 2023, Cardiology Magazine
Lessons Learned From a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
A "three P" analysis of a malpractice claim involving a TAVR procedure reveals risk mitigation strategies for cardiologists.
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Terminating Patient Relationships
If it becomes necessary to end a patient relationship, it is critical to end the relationship in a manner that will not lead to claims of discrimination or abandonment, litigation for alleged professional negligence, or complaints to administrative agencies.
Social Inflation/Nuclear Verdicts
Nuclear verdicts are a result of social inflation, which occurs when the average cost to resolve a medical malpractice claim rises faster than general inflation. Get expert insight into how this escalating crisis impacts the healthcare system.
Disclosure Resources Appendix 2: Disclosure Scenarios
Physicians can use these examples of effective and ineffective disclosures to better communicate adverse events and complications in their office practices.
Brad O'Brien
Brad O’Brien, president of The Doctors Insurance Agency, has worked in the medical malpractice field since 1988. He is located in Novato, California.
Protecting Medical Liability Reform
The Doctors Company continues to play an instrumental role in the passage—and continued preservation—of medical liability tort reform legislation on behalf of doctors and all healthcare professionals nationwide. More than 30 states have enacted medical liability reform laws to promote access to healthcare. However, these laws are constantly under attack. The Doctors Company fiercely advocates at the legislative, judicial, and regulatory levels to defend these hard-won protections.
Member Credentialing FAQs
Get answers to some of the common questions that members ask during the credentialing process.
Agent Credentialing FAQs
Answers to some of the common questions that agents ask during the credentialing process.
Professional Education
Module 1: Eliminating Stigma Through Clinical Understanding (Innovations and Smart Approaches in Safe Prescribing)
Learn several new concepts and innovation tips. Learn about the new CDC Guidelines about pain. This program will show how to treat pain, opioid withdrawal, and/or opioid addiction. It will show how to taper opioids and you will learn how to conduct “motivational interviewing.” You will gain an increased awareness in neurobiology, psychology, and heritability of addiction. Examine your own internal biases that impact care of your patients who misuse opioids. Lastly, you will evaluate addiction without stigma to build trust and rapport with patients who misuse opioids. This module consists of four audio-filled videos. To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a passing score of 80 percent in the post-test questions.
Malpractice Case Studies: What Went Wrong? (Episode 2)
A malpractice attorney clearly explains why proper documentation is essential each time a physician sees a patient. Lack of documentation can lead to a lawsuit—don't make this mistake.