May 31, 2024, Cardiology Magazine
Understanding the Medical Malpractice Litigation Process
Experts provide an overview of the various phases of the medical malpractice litigation process that a cardiologist defendant may be involved in and recommended strategies to maximize a successful outcome.
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Professional Education
Reducing Vaccine Liability Exposure for Pediatric Healthcare Professionals
This continuing education program provides the pediatric healthcare professional with best practices for identifying, reducing, and managing vaccine-related liability exposures. By drawing on our professional liability closed claims data, we have identified common errors that reflect the most common issues associated with vaccine care and treatment in the pediatric population. In addition, this program will identify best practices for effective communication and management of vaccine hesitant patients/families and caretakers.
April 22, 2024, Part B News
Measles in Your Office? Follow CDC Rules, Take Caution in Telling Patients
Richard Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, discusses the importance of patient communication and disclosure surrounding possible measles exposure.
June 01, 2023, Chicago Medicine
Childhood Obesity: Communication Strategies for Healthcare Practitioners
This article by Patti L. Ellis, RN, CPHRM, Patient Safety Risk Manager II, The Doctors Company, discusses important lessons learned and practice improvement strategies surrounding childhood obesity for pediatric healthcare practitioners.
Video Feb 08, 2017
What Doctors Need to Know About Being Sued (Episode 2)
Many physicians find it difficult to cope with the stress of a medical malpractice claim. In this video, attorneys provide tips for remaining focused during the litigation process.
Professional Education
Cardiology–Business of Medicine: Lessons from Medical Malpractice Claims
This educational activity is from an article that was originally published in Cardiology Magazine in June 2023. The article explains the Three Ps—Prevent, Preclude, and Prevail—as key elements to reduce clinician risk related to malpractice litigation. This article reviews an actual cardiology closed claims lawsuit and applies the analysis of the Three Ps. It concludes by explaining the reasons the lawsuit was settled for a nominal amount.
Quick Check: Appointment Management
Using our Quick Check tool can help you improve your practice’s appointment management process.
May 15, 2025
The Doctors Company Recognized with Heart of Napa Corporate Community Service Award from the Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership
We are pleased to announce that The Doctors Company was selected as the recipient of the Corporate Community Service Award from the Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) at the 10th Annual Heart of Napa Awards event. The Doctors Company was selected for encouraging a culture of volunteerism and philanthropy and making a meaningful impact in Napa County. In 2024 alone, we supported 364 nonprofits through our employee gift matching program, including monetary matches for over 1,600 hours of employee volunteering. In addition, 81 local nonprofit organizations received corporate charitable grants directly benefitting their communities.
