Dental Case Study: Managing an Erroneous Extraction

The Dental Defence Union presents a case study on how to properly handle an erroneous extraction.

By David Lauder

When and How to Terminate a Patient Relationship Due to Lack of Cooperation

If you’re like many other healthcare providers, you’ve encountered situations where you are tempted to terminate the provider-patient relationship. Because you have a duty of care toward your patient, you need to carefully consider your options before making the decision to terminate the patient relationship.

By Shirin Slabbers

Treating Family, Friends, and Colleagues: Why and How to Say 'No'

Practicing physicians often question whether it is appropriate for them to treat family, friends, or colleagues. It can be challenging when people with whom you have a close personal relationship seek informal, out-of-hours medical advice or request prescriptions. Learn more in the latest International Perspective from Australian member MIGA.

BY CARLEE SMYTH

Providing Quality End of Life Care

Physicians and patients alike find treatment decisions can become particularly difficult in end-of-life care. Ethical factors and clinical judgments can collide with beliefs, values, and hopes.

3 Strategies for Dealing with Angry Patients

While most patients are extremely appreciative of the healthcare they receive, there are a few who express anger or hostility. This increased during the COVID-19 pandemic as the restrictions and regulations added stress.

BY DR. SUSAN HERTZBERG

Kayll Steers UK Medical Protection Society Through Indemnity Changes, COVID, and More

As the chief executive officer of the UK Medical Protection Society (MPS), Simon Kayll is responsible for leading the organization to protect and support the professional interests of its members. With more than 300,000 members in the UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, the Caribbean, and Bermuda, the MPS is the world’s largest member-owned, not-for-profit healthcare provider protection organization.

BY AMY BUTTELL  

Diverse International Section Drives Collaboration, Innovation within MPL Association

There are no geographical limits when it comes to medical professional liability (MPL) industry challenges, as the members of the International Section of the MPL Association can attest. Through mid-2023, the International Section consists of 12 member companies spread across the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, and France.

BY AMY BUTTELL