This seminar is designed specifically for Virginia physicians seeking to stay ahead of the evolving landscape of medical malpractice. With the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare, the need for robust collaboration agreements, and ongoing legislative changes in Virginia, this course provides critical insights and practical strategies to mitigate risk and enhance practice. Participants will explore the legal implications of AI-driven diagnostics and treatment, learn sound principles for structuring collaboration agreements with healthcare ancillaries, and gain updates on Virginia-specific legislation impacting medical practice. Through case studies, expert-led discussions, and actionable guidance, this seminar equips physicians with the knowledge and tools to navigate malpractice challenges in an increasingly complex environment.

This comprehensive course is designed for physicians looking to enhance their understanding and management of professional risks in a clinical setting. Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical case studies, participants will explore strategies to handle difficult patient interactions, such as bullying, adhere to legal and ethical standards in record retention, and navigate the complexities of medical board complaints. The course will equip physicians with the knowledge and skills necessary to mitigate risks, maintain professionalism, and uphold patient care standards amidst various challenges.

Case in Point III examines closed medical malpractice claims that have diagnostic error as their core allegation. The selected cases illustrate an all-too-common theme presented in a variety of clinical situations where a Physician’s failure to diagnose a patient properly led to a lawsuit.

These training modules address the essential elements of maintaining the privacy and security of sensitive information and protected health information (PHI) within the medical practice.

This online course will feature a “mini” medical malpractice trial from opening statements to closing arguments. The defendant Physician and expert and fact witnesses for both the plaintiff and defense will be examined and cross-examined. The courtroom drama will also highlight the elements of a successful defense to a malpractice suit and illustrate how medical record-keeping plays a key role in how cases are won or lost at trial.

This updated 3.0 version expands on what was learned in prior Opioid Prescribing courses. This iteration will feature updated guidelines from the CDC as well as real-life scenarios that will illustrate the complexities of prescribing controlled substances and ways you can protect yourself from litigation and potential patient harm.

Case in Point II is our second risk management program featuring a series of closed-claim scenarios that focus on issues involving medical record documentation. The selected cases serve to provide the reader with situations in which poor or non-existent documentation created patient safety issues and allegations of negligent treatment for the Physician.

According to the American Medical Association’s Code of Medical Ethics, informed consent to medical treatment is fundamental in both ethics and law. Patients have the right to receive information and ask questions about recommended treatments so that they can make well-considered decisions about their care. This new online course will help Physicians navigate the process of informed consent and appreciate the importance of the documentation of a patient’s consent or refusal.

Case In Point V is our latest edition to the Case In Point closed claim series. This program features a series of closed claims that focus on Risk Management issues surrounding the use of technology in the practice of medicine. The cases selected for this program will be presented in a video format presented by John T. Sly, Esq., a medical-malpractice defense attorney. These cases focus on issues surrounding patient tracking, communication, informed consent, and documentation – with technology serving as the backdrop.

This course will review medical-legal issues in radiology including those inherent to the field and those related to documentation and communication. The course will include a brief mock deposition of a radiology defendant in a hypothetical scenario and demonstrations of expert witness testimony in such scenario.

Over the course of the last several years, Medical Mutual/Professionals Advocate along with the attorneys at Armstrong, Donohue, Ceppos, Vaughan and Rhoades, have presented meaningful vignettes showcasing the intricacies of the medico-legal landscape. This "greatest hits" online course will present curated video vignettes from previous Legal Issues courses with updated guidance from the medico-legal experts. Unlike our live program, this online self-paced course will allow participants to learn from video presentations focusing on documentation, communication and informed consent issues confronted by Physicians in their practice.

This online course will review common risk management issues surrounding the practice of Pathology. Dr. Arthur McTighe and the attorneys at Armstrong, Donohue, Ceppos, Vaughan and Rhodes present this course from the perspective of a Pathologist. The course will include a hypothetical case study, along with a demonstration of expert witness and fact witness testimonies. At the conclusion of the program, the speakers will discuss common risk management guidance which can be incorporated into the practice of Pathology.