Understanding How Malpractice Claims Happen

Understanding How Malpractice Claims Happen

Learn how adverse events and malpractice claims arise in clinical practice and steps you can take to minimize risk.

By MIEC

Date and time

Wednesday, May 15 · 5 - 7pm PDT

Location

Online

About this event

FREE WEBINAR SERIES:

Pointing to Safety: Your path to preventing adverse events in clinical practice

Join MIEC and Five Flavors Herbs for the 1st in a 3-part webinar series focusing on safety and risk management in Acupuncture / Asian Medicine.

Discover essential strategies for patient safety in your Acupuncture/Asian Medicine. Join the expert panel in discussing insights, real-world experiences, and practical strategies for enhancing safety in clinical practice. This dynamic panel discussion (structured like a video podcast) aims to empower attendees with actionable best practices that they can implement directly in their clinical practice. Through live Q&A sessions, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with the panel of experts.

Registration is FREE! Register for each class separately--there will be a unique Zoom link for each session.

CEUs: 2 free CAB Category 1 CEUs (live only) & NCCAOM Safety PDAs approved.

If you can't attend in person, feel free to register and we'll send out the link after class. Distance credits not available.


Panel 1: Understanding How Malpractice Claims Happen

Mistakes in clinical practice happen, despite the best intentions. Join our expert panel of Licensed Acupuncturists and a malpractice claims expert as we explore adverse events and malpractice claims in clinical practice. This panel will cover:

  • The most common types of adverse events and malpractice claims
  • Contributing factors that increase claim risks
  • The significance of thorough documentation in claim defense
  • Timely actions to take when responding to potential adverse reactions or incidents
  • Proactive approaches to address patient grievances and prevent escalation into formal claims

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a cost to attend?

No, these webinars are free.

Can I get CEU credits?

Live CEU credits are pending for the CAB and NCCAOM (2 hours each panel). You must be present at the webinars(s) to receive CE credits. Distance credits will not be available.

Will recordings be available?

Yes. All three webinars will be recorded and made available to registrants.

Will I have a chance to ask questions?

Live attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with the panel of experts through live Q&A session during the last 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and share insights from their own clinical experience.

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