Lessons Learned from Settlements and Trials of 2006
This CD of our 2007 OMIC audiocourse features discussions about claims resulting from a “wrong” IOL, hemorrhage during blepharoplasty, and dry eye following co-managed LASIK surgery. After listening to this CD, ophthalmologists should be better able to implement protocols to correctly identify the patient, procedure, eye, laser settings, and IOL; recognize and prepare to manage patients at risk for hemorrhage during ophthalmic procedures; and detect and disclose preoperative conditions that may put the patient at increased risk for complications or side effects.
Contact Linda Nakamura at lnakamura@omic.com or (800) 562-6642, ext. 652, to order course or for additional information.
After-hours and Emergency Room Calls
Few aspects of ophthalmic practice raise more questions and concerns than how to handle calls from patients and Emergency Room physicians after-hours. OMIC claims experience shows that there are significant risks for both patients and ophthalmologists if these communications are not dealt with skillfully. This recording from Fall 2006 will provide guidance on screening and documenting such calls, determining referral and follow-up duties, conducting patient “hand-offs,” and complying with standard of care and EMTALA duties.
Contact Linda Nakamura at lnakamura@omic.com or (800) 562-6642, ext. 652, to order course or for additional information.
The 2008 OMIC Nationwide Audiocourse
“Lessons Learned From Settlements and Trials of 2007″
This CD recording of our 2008 OMIC audiocourse features discussions about claims resulting from a «contraindicated« PRK procedure, phacoemulsification of a cataract resulting in loss of vision, and a combined glaucoma and cataract surgery procedure. After listening to this audiocourse, ophthalmologists should be better able to implement protocols to correctly assess indications for surgery, recognize and prepare to manage patients at risk for hemorrhage during ophthalmic surgery, and detect and disclose postoperative conditions and the importance of compliance with care instructions to reduce the risk of complications.
Contact Linda Nakamura at lnakamura@omic.com or (800) 562-6642, ext. 652, to order course or for additional information.
Shared Care DVD
Slides and voice commentary from the 2009 OMIC Forum presented at the AAO Annual Meeting in San Francisco. Topics include delegation of authority, patient hand-outs, and coordination of care.
Contact Linda Nakamura at lnakamura@omic.com or (800) 562-6642, ext. 652, to order course or for additional information.
How to Survive Malpractice Litigation: Lessons Learned
Course Description
This audio-course will explore the personal, professional and legal issues that arise in malpractice litigation. Specifically, the faculty will discuss the importance of positive collaboration between the insured, the defense attorney and OMIC, and how this essential teamwork helps minimize the stress of litigation and increase the potential for a favorable outcome.
Contact the OMIC Risk Management Coordinator, Linda Nakamura, if you are interested in completing this course. OMIC insureds can earn a 5% or 10% discount on the renewal of their OMIC policy.
Contact Linda at 1-800-562-6642, ext. 652 or lnakamura@omic.com
