| The Doctor’s Advocate | First Quarter 2006 |
2006 Risk Management/Patient Safety Exam Is Now Online
We are proud to announce that our 2006 Risk Management/Patient Safety Exam is now available online. The exam is an effective tool for learning more about how you—and everyone in your office—can deliver optimal care to your patients. And if you practice in Colorado, Nevada, or Washington State, successfully completing the exam will help you fulfill your state’s education requirement.
Visit our Member Area at https://secure.thedoctors.com/members/main/default.asp to take the exam.
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