Surgical Residents May Be at Risk for Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
Surgical practice carries a high risk of malpractice lawsuits, but it is often assumed that residents are exempt from such suits.
Surgical practice carries a high risk of malpractice lawsuits, but it is often assumed that residents are exempt from such suits.
An interview with medical malpractice expert, Michelle Mello, JD, PhD.
There was an increase in mean compensation amounts and percentage of paid claims exceeding $1 million.
These strategies include documenting everything, being transparent with patients and showing empathy.