Patient Safety & Risk Solutions Presentations

 

Hospitalist Liability

Hospitalists face a variety of challenges and risks in everyday practice. This program will discuss (a) the current medical malpractice environment for hospitalists; (b) specific high-risk situations and risk factors, such as handoffs, communication, delineation of roles, patient follow-up, and more; and (c) strategies to mitigate risks, reduce liability exposure, and improve patient safety.