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How is artificial intelligence (AI) transforming healthcare—and what are the legal risks? From ambient AI scribes to advanced diagnostic tools, AI is reshaping how care is delivered. But as adoption grows, so do questions about malpractice and liability. In a recent article published by Medscape, Deepika Srivastava, Chief Operating Officer of The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, shares her insights on navigating AI risks and how healthcare professionals can protect themselves while embracing this transformative technology. To access the article and more news from our team of healthcare experts, visit: https://lnkd.in/gukbs4HH #AIinHealthcare #ProfessionalLiability #MedicalMalpractice #ArtificialIntelligence #MPL #Healthcare #PatientCare

“May I record our conversation today?” Have you ever heard that question from a patient or a patient’s family member? Or have you ever been worried that a person on the premises might record the visit without asking permission? Proactively implementing clear written protocols and best practices to address electronic recordings can help practitioners avoid misunderstandings, reputational damage, and potential liability. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gfVNeJ7b #patientsafety #riskmanagement #healthcare #professionalliability #MPL #patientcare

The Doctors Company was recently recognized with an eHealthcare Leadership Award in the category of best healthcare content. Our website was honored for providing exceptional content for physicians and clinicians. To access our expert patient safety/risk management resources that help healthcare professionals and practices reduce risk and improve patient care, visit: https://lnkd.in/gRzuB-x9 #healthcare #patientsafety #patientcare #professionalliability

We are pleased to share that The Doctors Company was recently recognized as a Digital Health Awards recipient for our video series highlighting how nuclear malpractice verdicts are driven by social inflation. To access the videos and learn about how the alarming rise in nuclear verdicts is reshaping the future of healthcare, visit: https://lnkd.in/gYZa-PzV #SocialInflation #NuclearVerdicts #MedicalMalpractice #Verdict #Jury #MPL #PatientCare #Healthcare

Workplace violence in ambulatory care settings has become increasingly prevalent as chronic and complex health conditions are treated more frequently in outpatient settings. Many healthcare workers are not trained to safely respond to these behaviors and security resources might not be available, creating a vulnerable environment for healthcare workers. In this complimentary on-demand webinar hosted by the California Medical Association and The Doctors Company, attendees will learn strategies for developing a formal workplace violence prevention plan in accordance with California Senate Bill 553 (2023). To register, visit: https://lnkd.in/gUcbBv_3 #workplaceviolence #healthcare #patientsafety #riskmanagement

One incidental finding can lead to a cascade of care, and failure to follow up on incidental findings has real risks for both patients and practitioners. Inside Medical Liability, a Medical Professional Liability Association publication, has published a new analysis of medical malpractice claims from The Doctors Company where an incidental finding was identified as a contributing factor. To access the analysis and more from our team of healthcare experts, visit: https://lnkd.in/gPiT75Mj #IncidentalFindings #Diagnotic #PatientCare #PatientSafety #RiskManagement #ClaimsAnalysis #ClosedClaims

Nuclear verdicts are reshaping the landscape of medical malpractice insurance, with significant implications for healthcare professionals and patients alike. Bob White, President of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, provides insights on this alarming trend and calls for meaningful tort reform in this article by Dr. Patricia Ares-Romero, MD, FASAM, President of the Dade County Medical Association (DCMA): https://lnkd.in/g4JCKuH8 #SocialInflation #NuclearVerdicts #MedicalMalpractice #Verdict #Jury #MPL #PatientCare #Healthcare

A new article by Daniel Cassavar MD MBA FACC FACP FSCAI, Jacqueline Ross, PhD, RN, and Angela Jordan, RN, MHSc from The Doctors Company examines how an incidental finding may lead to patient harm and result in a malpractice claim. Read about how addressing follow-up as a systems issue can reduce risks for practitioners and organizations: https://bit.ly/4ioCU2k

In recent years, headlines have been dominated by the rise of nuclear verdicts—jury awards that surpass $10 million, typically seen in personal injury or wrongful death cases. The following article, by Robert E. White Jr., President, The Doctors Company and TDC Group provides further insights into the issue.

In obstetrics, emergencies like shoulder dystocia require precision, teamwork, and thorough documentation. The Doctors Company’s closed claims analysis revealed that documentation issues contributed to 36 percent of shoulder dystocia-related malpractice claims between 2014 and 2023. To support healthcare teams in navigating these critical events, we’ve outlined best practices for enhancing documentation and implementing standardized protocols. By adopting these strategies, clinicians can strengthen patient safety and reduce risk: https://lnkd.in/gQMXEpHs #PatientSafety #Obstetrics #RiskManagement #Heathcare #OBGYN