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Dr. MedLaw

Dr. MedLaw: Understanding "Captain of the Ship" & How it Applies to All Physicians

The term “captain of the ship” is one of the most misunderstood in medical malpractice law. Most doctors think it means that merely because of their “rank” as the surgeon or obstetrician that the surgeon or obstetrician is personally liable for everything that goes on ...

Nov 15, 2021

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Dr. MedLaw: Understanding The Houston Methodist Lawsuit Decision

On June 12, US District Court Judge Lynn Hughes dismissed a lawsuit against Houston Methodist Hospital by employees who opposed a Covid-19 va...

Jun 29, 2021

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Dr. MedLaw: Liability When a Patient Refuses Advanced Care

Q: I have a patient that I have been seeing for quite a while for MS. After some pretty good years she has declined rapidly and has moved in with her sister, who is her caregiver. The problem is that she is now developing bed sores. I’m treating these in the office but that...

Jun 07, 2021

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Dr. MedLaw: Docs on a plane - Dealing with in-flight emergencies

As we emerge from our COVID isolation, air travel is beginning to boom again, and many doctors are concerned about what happens when there is an in-flight emergency. Let’s take a look at that. ****************************************************************************** ...

May 12, 2021

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Dr. MedLaw Q&A: Physicians Ask About Liability For Accidents After In-Office Procedures

Q: I do small hand surgeries in my office. I only use local anesthesia for these. The patient will generally then be in a soft dressing or a short splint. There will also be some numbness. I have not had any restrictions up until now as far as patients then driving themselves...

Apr 01, 2021

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Physician’s Weekly Physician Editor Linda Girgis, MD, discusses the ins and outs of patient care, job satisfaction, and work-life balance from her perspective as a primary care physician.

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Physician’s Weekly editorial board member Alex McDonald, MD, explores the role physicians can play in society beyond the office, clinic, or hospital.

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Board-certified radiologist and a malpractice attorney “Dr. MedLaw” covers all things at the intersection of medicine and law.

Medical Fiction

A collection of stories drawn from real cases in the US OSHA incident report database or similar sources and therefore entirely realistic, even if seemingly outlandish.

Words of Wellness

David Epstein, MD, applies his advocacy and education efforts and mission to educate others on topics of acute illness and injury via columns that apply to all doctors.

A Dose of Knowledge

Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, offers helpful insights for physicians from her perspective as a pharmacist, as well as thoughts on how physicians and pharmacists can better help one another.

For the Good of the Physician-Patient Relationship

Internist Mark Sullivan, MD, discusses preventive medicine, health education, clinical ethics, and more.

Tales From the ICU

Thanks to his experiences as a critical care medicine (CCM) expert, Dr. Brodkey offers tips, perspectives, and more for all physicians who interact with the CCM setting.

Impacting Health With ETR

The multidisciplinary staff from Education, Training and Research (ETR) shares insights and expertise that work toward the organization’s mission of a world where all individuals and communities achieve their best health.

From the Obesity Medicine Association

Members of the Obesity Medicine Association provide guidance and insights on caring for patients with obesity.

From the Journeys of Transformation

From his perspective as an oncologist, aviator, sailor, athlete, and parent, Hardeep Phull, MD, weaves together authentic themes of hope, empathy, resilience, and gratitude that unite us all on the many journeys of life.

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