The Doctor’s Advocate
Our flagship publication, The Doctor’s Advocate, is a quarterly newsletter that contains timely information on patient safety topics, legislative updates, and the latest industry and company news.
First Quarter 2024
An Ounce of Prevention
Combating Workplace Violence in the Healthcare Office Practice
Government Relations Report
The Vital Role of Healthcare Practitioners in Advocating for Medical Liability Reform Through Political Action
Foundation News
Spotlight on Foundation Grants: OR Crisis Checklists
Proactively Manage Patient Expectations With a Conditions of Treatment Agreement
Patient Safety Impact Story: Documentation Can Prevent Litigation
Loss Lessons: Practicing Out of Bounds
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Fourth Quarter 2023
An Ounce of Prevention
Medical Malpractice and the Volunteer Team Physician
Government Relations Report
2023 Judicial Review: Significant Court Decisions on Medical Liability Issues
Foundation News
Foundation Announces 2023 Grant Recipients
Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Patients: Top FAQs
Continuing Education: Essential Risk Management for Healthcare Professionals
New Artificial Intelligence Insights and Resources
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Third Quarter 2023
Thinking About How We Think: How Implicit Bias Creeps Into Diagnosis
An Ounce of Prevention
AI Can Lift Administrative Burdens and Restore Joy in Practice
Government Relations Report
Inflationary Pressure on Medical Liability Reforms Increasing
Foundation News
Spotlight on Foundation Grants: Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan
The Doctors Company Can Help You Complete DEA Training Requirement
Study Explores Malpractice Claims Against Orthopedic Surgeons
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Second Quarter 2023
From the Chairman
Reflections on the Pandemic’s Three-Year Anniversary
Perspectives from the CMO
Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare, Part Four: Just Culture
An Ounce of Prevention
Malpractice Lawsuits and COVID-19: Top Allegations and Protections for Healthcare Professionals
Government Relations Report
Driving Positive Outcomes in the Professional Liability Advocacy Arena
Foundation News
Foundation Activity: 2023 Updates
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare: Strategies for Culturally Appropriate Patient Care
Continuing Education: Prevention of Medical Errors (2023–2025 Edition)
Exclusive Program for Member Practice Managers
New Video Series on Financial and Workplace Well-Being
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
First Quarter 2023
Perspectives from the CMO
Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare, Part Three: Human Factors Engineering
An Ounce of Prevention
Primary Care Innovations Can Deepen the Specialty
Government Relations Report
Third-Party Litigation Funding on the Rise
Foundation News
Spotlight on Foundation Grants: Enhanced Diagnostic Reasoning
Education: Preventing Diagnostic Error in Primary Care
In Memoriam: Donald J. Palmisano, MD, JD, FACS
Fourth Quarter 2022
Perspectives from the CMO
Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare, Part Two: Teamwork
An Ounce of Prevention
The Patient Safety Risks of Burnout—and the Path to Professional Fulfillment
Government Relations Report
2022 Judicial Review: Significant Court Decisions on Medical Liability Issues
Foundation News
Foundation Announces 2022 Grant Recipients
Continuing Education: Reducing the Risk of a Malpractice Claim
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Third Quarter 2022
From the Chairman
Reproductive Healthcare: Post-Roe Resources
Perspectives from the CMO
Building a Culture of Safety in Healthcare, Part One: Mutual Respect
An Ounce of Prevention
Mitigating the Legal Risks of Urinary Tract Injury Following Gynecologic Surgery
Government Relations Report
Special Interests Influence Election Outcomes: What It Means for Healthcare
Foundation News
Two Directors Join the Foundation Board
HIPAA Fundamentals: 2022–2023 Edition
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Second Quarter 2022
Perspectives from the CMO
As Telemedicine Best Practices Emerge, Assess Your Practice
An Ounce of Prevention
Practice Protection for Administrative and Regulatory Actions
Government Relations Report
Landmark Legislation Preserves Medical Liability Reform in California
Foundation News
Spotlight on Foundation Grants: MedStar Health Research Institute
Complimentary CME: Delayed Diagnosis of Stroke
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
First Quarter 2022
Perspectives from the CMO
With Medical Implants, Hope and Plan for the Best, but Talk About the Worst
An Ounce of Prevention
Clinician Burnout: From a Crisis to a Movement
Nine Tips for Telehealth Clinical Documentation
Foundation News
Foundation Accepting Letters of Intent for 2022 Grants
Complimentary CME: Safe Opioid Prescribing for Physicians and Dentists
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Fourth Quarter 2021
Perspectives from the CMO
To Measure and Reduce Diagnostic Error, Start With the Data You Have
An Ounce of Prevention
The Evolving Landscape of Diagnostic Errors—Challenges and Opportunities
Government Relations Report
2021 Judicial Review
Foundation News
Foundation Announces Latest Grant Recipients
Complimentary CME: Risks of Treating Family and Friends
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Third Quarter 2021
Perspectives from the CMO
Healthcare’s Digital Revolution: Are We Ready to Reimagine the Work?
An Ounce of Prevention
Patient Relations: Anticipate and Address Challenging Situations
Government Relations Report
Preparing for Genomic Medicine: Implications for Medical Practice and Public Policy
Foundation News
Latest Foundation News
Continuing Education: Prevention of Diagnostic Error in Primary Care
New Resources Page for Practice Managers
New Emergency Department Closed Claims Study
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Second Quarter 2021
Perspectives from the CMO
Prevent, Communicate, Document: Medical Malpractice Data Help Us Manage Risk
An Ounce of Prevention
Telehealth Tune-Up: Preparing for Care After COVID-19
Government Relations Report
Advocating for a Medical Profession Under Attack
Foundation News
2021 Foundation Updates
Complimentary Continuing Education
Ensure Your Website Complies with ADA Requirements
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
First Quarter 2021
From the Chairman
Committed to Assisting Our Members
Perspectives from the CMO
Universal Masking Calls for More Structured Communication in Healthcare
An Ounce of Prevention
Flexibility and Communication Save Lives in NYC: Incorporating Lessons Learned Through Waves of COVID-19
Government Relations Report
PREP Act Liability Protections for COVID-19: Countermeasures and Vaccine Administration
Foundation News
Foundation Announces 2020 Grant Recipients
Partnering with APG to Advance the Quality and Value of Patient Care
Continuing Education Courses That Make a Difference
The Back Page
Industry and Company News