Using Checklists to Prevent Patient Harm
Course Description
Nurses and technicians assist ophthalmologists in surgical procedures in many settings, including hospitals, surgery centers, and offices. They have a vital role to play to ensure that each procedure is performed safely. In this one hour webinar, actual malpractice cases where careful preparation and coordination did not occur will be presented to illustrate the risks to patient safety and the need for safe protocols.
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
Call Early, Call Often
Course Description
OMIC handles hundreds of claims and lawsuits every year. However, insureds are often unaware of the many additional benefits and services beyond claims handling that OMIC provides to policyholders and their staff. This self-study course reviews some of the events that trigger coverage for additional benefits and services and the value of calling OMIC “early and often” when they occur. To complete this course, you will read several articles from the OMIC Risk Management Digest and complete an online survey.
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
Claims Are More Than Just Lawsuits
Course Description
OMIC Board Member, Bradley D. Fouraker, MD, guides viewers through the services that the OMIC Claims Department handles in addition to lawsuits. Recorded in November 2015, this YouTube video incorporates slides and video to review:
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
Now What Do I Do: Information to help you manage a claim or lawsuit
COURSE DESCRIPTION
OMIC Board Member, Bradley D. Fouraker, MD, guides viewers through the many issues that arise when the notice of a claim or lawsuit hits. Recorded in November 2015, this YouTube video incorporates slides and video to explain WHAT TO DO and WHAT NOT TO DO and WHAT TO EXPECT when you receive notice of a claim. Upon completion of this course you will understand that:
- A claim or lawsuit can cause a physician to experience significant professional and emotional stress
- A complete and accurate medical record is critical to the successful defense of a claim against a physician
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
