Institute of Medicine Report: A Response
Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, Chairman and CEO of The Doctors Company, responds to The Institute of Medicine monograph "To Err Is Human" about the prevalence of medical error.
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Failure to Rescue a Recurring Post-Surgical Event (Claims Corner CME)
Claims arising from the perioperative experience are frequent, often preventable, and some of the costliest claims for physicians. One study of surgical claims conducted by The Doctors Company noted that about two out of three general surgeons have been involved in a medical malpractice suit. Malpractice data consistently finds that the most serious and common post-operative complications are unrecognized intestinal puncture or perforation. Diagnostic error by surgeons involving unrecognized intestinal puncture or perforation of an organ can quickly lead to septic shock and death.
Otolaryngology: Inadequate Informed Consent Can Lead to Malpractice Claims
Our analysis of otolaryngology claims revealed that inadequate informed consent is a frequent contributing factor in malpractice claims.
Video Jan 09, 2026
Why Should Clinicians Regularly Check for Reports in the National Practitioner Data Bank?
Many clinicians don’t realize they’ve been reported to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) until their credentials are reviewed as part of the employment verification process at a new job.
January 03, 2024, Urology Times
Expert Advice on Safeguarding Your Practice When Implementing Telehealth
Richard Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides considerations for healthcare providers to ensure they are following the proper protocols regarding telehealth.
April 17, 2025, NEJM Career Center
Preparing to Make a Physician Practice Move: Prudent Planning Is Key
Physicians change jobs often. In this article, Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, Chairman and CEO of The Doctors Company, shares insight into how doctors should handle changing malpractice insurance when transitioning employment, and particularly how to maintain or obtain adequate tail coverage in the new policy.
September 01, 2024, Healthcare Risk Management
Respond to HIPAA Complaints with Planned Process
Richard Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides recommendations for creating a formal process for responding to HIPAA complaints.
August 15, 2024, Forbes Technology Council
Cyber Insurance: What It Is, Why You Need It, and Who to Consider
Forbes Technology Council includes The Doctors Company in their recommended list of companies that stand out for their tailored approaches and robust offerings in cyber insurance.
Video Aug 13, 2018
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Del Zotto's Perspective
This video, the second in a series showcasing actual claims experiences and providing physicians with insight about what to expect if they are sued for malpractice, features Dr. Thomas A. Del Zotto. He discusses the claim that was made against him and how the support of his insurer, his attorney, and expert witnesses helped him win his case.
September 17, 2025, Inside Medical Liability
Coping With Litigation: Tips for Healthcare Professionals
Few things in a healthcare practitioner’s life generate more stress and disruption than an allegation of professional malpractice. The first step in alleviating the uncertainty is to understand the litigation process and your role as a defendant.
