Exit Strategies for Senior Residents-Limiting Your Exposure

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Video Summary

The speaker in the video introduces himself as someone with experience in defending medical negligence claims and serving as outside general counsel to the AANS. He discusses strategies to reduce exposure to malpractice litigation. He presents a slide showing the percentage of a physician's career that may be consumed by pending claims, which is about 25%. However, he notes that very few of these claims actually result in payouts, suggesting that many are defensible cases. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication with patients, particularly in obtaining informed consent and addressing potential complications. He advises physicians to know their limitations and seek specialist opinions when necessary. He also emphasizes the significance of maintaining accurate and complete medical records, cautioning against altering records. The speaker reminds physicians to actively participate in the defense process, including preparation for depositions and trials, as well as presenting themselves as likable, trustworthy, and consistent throughout the litigation process. The video ends with a cartoon. No credits were given in the video.

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Presented by Michael A. Chabraja, JD, Esq.

Keywords

medical negligence claims

outside general counsel

reduce exposure to malpractice litigation

effective communication with patients

maintaining accurate medical records