My Doctor Never Told Me THAT Could Happen!
OMIC Board Member and Chair of the OMIC Risk Management Committee, Dr. Tamara R. Fountain, guides viewers through the many issues surrounding informed consent. Recorded in September 2012, this video uses witty slides, useful bulleted lists, and clear explanations emphasizing the patient-centered approach to informed consent.
Contact the OMIC Risk Management Coordinator, Linda Nakamura, if you are interested in completing this one-hour 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
Informed Consent for Ophthalmologists
This online course will provide an overview of the doctrine of informed consent as it applies to various ophthalmic practice settings and will illustrate practical ways that ophthalmologists can support the consent ‘process’ so as to foster more effective patient/provider communications as well as improve the defense of malpractice claims.
Completion of this course offers policyholders a discount on their OMIC premium renewal. Contact Linda Nakamura at lnakamura@omic.com or (800) 562-6642, ext. 652, to order course or for additional information.
