Tom Augello is responsible for producing, directing, and editing all multi-media for CRICO which includes video, audio, and podcast production. His productions can be found on our website, as well as Spotify, YouTube, and iTunes.
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Bad Finger, Good Documentation
Podcast
A patient sued her hand surgeon, claiming the surgical approach increased the chance that their finger wouldn’t fully heal from a prior fracture. The defense leaned on contemporaneous clinical notes and documentation of the consent process to achieve a defense verdict.

Lahey RAP Testimonial
Video
CRICO’s risk assessment unit is heralded as a positive, helpful partner who helps lead organizations to impactful patient safety changes via clearly defined actions.

New Medmal Report: Documentation Matters a Lot
Podcast
In a review of Candello’s database of claims from malpractice insurers across the country, documentation failures emerged in one out of every five medical professional liability cases. They are also much more likely to close with a payment with higher than average dollar amounts.

Poor Teamwork Contributes to Anesthesiology Errors and Harm to Patient
Case Study
Poor communication and inappropriate use of a paralytic led to permanent facial nerve damage and paralysis during surgery. Poor documentation complicated the case’s resolution.