Age, Advocacy, and Allegations

Case Study

A longtime employee alleged age discrimination and retaliation by her supervisor.

 


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6 Key Risk Busters Medical Trainees Should Know

Welcome new medical trainees! During this so-called July Effect risk period — staying informed about your med mal risks will help ensure a safer training experience. A 2020 study of resident malpractice claims using CRICO (Candello) data identified key areas for trainees to focus on.
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Improve Patient Safety and Reduce Risk

  1. Procedural Awareness: Know procedural risks and confirm you’re prepared; most trainee-linked events involve punctures or lacerations, especially in surgery and ER. 
  2. Adequate Supervision: Always seek supervision—25% of claims involved lack of oversight, largely during procedures.
  3. Simulation Training: Take part in simulation sessions to enhance skills and communication.
  4. Clinical Exposure and Repetition: Reinforce your learning through repeated practice. Track procedures, review your performance, and get feedback before working independently. 
  5. Legal Risk Awareness: Learn local tort laws and document thoroughly. Trainees may face lawsuits even without direct harm involvement. 
  6. Safety Culture Support: Advocate for an environment where seeking help is encouraged. This benefits the well-being of patients and trainees. 

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Training the Next Generation of Physicians While Protecting the Patients of Today

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Addressing the Persistent Risk of Missed and Delayed Diagnoses

Newsletter

Missed and delayed diagnoses remain among the most persistent and consequential challenges in  health care delivery. These cases are a leading contributor to malpractice claims that are more often associated with significant patient harm and high financial liability.

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Strategies for Patient Safety
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