Lawsuits & Common Claims Against Physiatrists: Avoid Being a Target

Common Claims Against Physiatrists & Lawsuits – Avoid Being a Target

Mark Ambrose, RN, DNP, MLMIC Risk Management Consultant

Joyce McCormack, RN, MLMIC Risk Management Consultant

Brian Felton, Esq. Fager Amsler Keller & Shoppmann, LLP

Target Audience:

For the practicing physiatrist and physiatrist-in-training, this workshop will proved insight as to how to best protect oneself from potential legal claims.

Objectives:

• Identify the most common claims against physiatrists.
• Share strategies to mitigate the likelihood of becoming a defendant in a malpractice lawsuit.
• Highlight ways in which physiatrists may be targeted in lawsuits.
• Recommend the best practice to reduce your liability in exposure.
• Propose ways to strengthen your defense in the event of a malpractice claim.
• Q&A: Answer pertinent legal questions from participants.

Cost: FREE for active NYSPMR members

$150 for nonmembers

• This blog has been prepared for informational purposes only by the presenter.
• It does not, and is not intended to, constitute specific advice.
• There is no affiliation between the presenter and NYSPMR.
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