This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights evaluates a difficult case reminding us that sometimes, bad things just happen.
Medical Malpractice Insights: Sometimes bad things just happen Read More »
This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights evaluates the case of a post-op patient and consultation in the middle of the night. Remember, always assume the worst-case scenario, and trust your gut.
This edition of Medical Malpractice Insights looks at a case of appendectomy and the danger of cognitive bias.
Medical Malpractice Insights: Don’t confuse me with the facts Read More »
The “No Harm Contract” or “Safety Contract”… Do these guarantee patient safety?
Medical Malpractice Insights: The “No Harm Contract” Read More »
This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights from Dr. Pilcher evaluates a tough case where potential over-simplification was harmful. Risks factors can significantly change your evaluation and management.
Medical Malpractice Insights: Don’t over-simplify a complex case Read More »
This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights from Dr. Pilcher looks at the importance of documenting before and after procedures, especially neurologic function.
Medical Malpractice Insights: Ligate only the artery, not a perfectly good nerve Read More »
This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights from Dr. Pilcher details a case of EKG subtleties. Who’s smarter: the EKG computer or the ED physician?
Medical Malpractice Insights: So you think you’re smarter than the EKG computer… Read More »
The “road test” is a vital component of the ED evaluation. This Medical Malpractice Insights post from Dr. Pilcher evaluates a case involving failure to walk a patient with neurological complaints.
Medical Malpractice Insights: A short walk can prevent a long trial Read More »
This Medical Malpractice Insights post from Dr. Pilcher evaluates a difficult orthopedic case and the importance of consultant communication and documentation.
Medical Malpractice Insights: Consultants – Who called whom and when? Read More »
This month’s Medical Malpractice Insights post from Dr. Pilcher evaluates a case of missed spinal epidural abscess. Physicians beware of anchoring bias!
Medical Malpractice Insights: Anchoring bias, limited differential leads to quadriplegia Read More »
