When Can You Refuse to Treat a Patient?
We open with some advice. Dismissing a patient is challenging. Sometimes arranging a graceful exit is best for both you and your patient. This article discusses general tips. Every case is different. When you do dismiss a patient, individualization is critical. Among other things, you must ensure continuity of … Read more
Embryo Mix-Up Prompts Parents to Swap Babies.
The California Center for Reproductive Health (CCRH) is being sued by one patient for medical malpractice, breach of contract, and fraud. Another patient is likely to file their own lawsuits in the coming weeks. The origin of the conflict warrants discussion. If you monitor medical news outlets, you’re likely familiar with this story already; if you’ve missed it, we’ll … Read more
Canadian Surgeon Sues Patient for Defamation and Wins. $30,000 Payout.
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
Why So Many Doctors Self-Destruct During Their Depositions – and How to Nail Your Own (Part 2)
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
When a Doctor Has an Abnormal Blood Test
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
Bad News, Wrong Man. Patient’s Prostate Removed by Mistake.
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
Tis The Season Already
… in another mailing, include the reminder for scheduled checkups, etc. In this fashion, you can let your patients know you really do care about them and their well-being, and you’ll also get the opportunity to send a welcome reminder of ways they can help strive towards a longer, healthier life.
Doctor Pleads Guilty to Ordering “Misbranded Medication.” Who Pays Retail?
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
Vaccine Wars
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
Doctors Accidentally Start Fire During Open Heart Surgery
Medical Justice provides consultations to doctors facing medico-legal obstacles. We have solutions for doctor-patient conflicts, unwarranted demands for refunds, online defamation (patient review mischief), meritless litigation, and a gazillion other issues. We also provide counsel specific to COVID-19. If you are navigating a medico-legal obstacle, visit … Read more
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