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A Physician's Perspective: Secrets to Avoiding LawsuitsWhy do some physicians get sued, while others—even those in what are considered “risky” specialties—go decades without experiencing a lawsuit? Sam Rosenthal, M.D., a Florida cosmetic plastic surgeon has been in practice over 30 years. After being targeted in a few medical professional liability lawsuits in the mid-70s, Dr. Rosenthal has remained lawsuit-free. Dr. Rosenthal sat down with us recently and told us what he thinks makes the difference. Read More..."Hey! Have You Seen My Patients?"It is estimated that 180,000 patients leave the U.S. each year for treatment elsewhere; spending $2 billion a year for these services, and the numbers continue to grow. Read More...The Coumadin DilemmaThe benefits of anticoagulation therapy, specifically Coumadin, are well documented; however, along with the benefits come risks. Physiological risks range from slight ecchymosis to those associated with bleeding sometimes so severe as to cause patient death. These risks give rise to medical professional liability claims and have come to be known as the “Coumadin dilemma.” Read More...
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