In this episode, we tackle the critical topic of malpractice prevention and risk management for PAs. Our expert guests provide an essential guide to protecting your practice, your patients, and your career. We break down the fundamentals, from foundational prevention tips and understanding different types of liability insurance, to navigating the PA standard of care. You’ll learn actionable strategies for mindful EHR charting, effective patient communication, and proper delegation in collaborative practice. We also address the legal side of medicine, including the most common causes of malpractice suits, and how the handling of errors can impact your professional life. Tune in for a must-listen conversation that will empower every PA to practice with confidence and minimize litigation risk.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• List the most common causes of malpractice suits
  
• Describe practice characteristics that will reduce the probability of a malpractice suit
• Compare and contrast the two different types of malpractice liability insurance products
• Define the PA standard of care

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