Informed Consent: Substance and Signature
True informed consent is a process of managing a patient’s expectations through shared decision making. It is not just a signature on a document.
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January 22, 2024, Physicians Practice
Fulfilling the Growing Need for Primary Care
Laura Kline, MBA, CPCU, Senior Vice President, Business Development, The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses how advanced practice clinicians are part of the solution to addressing the physician shortage.
Dec 05, 2025
AI on Trial: The Rising Liability Risks of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way medicine is practiced and raising profound new questions about liability, accountability, and patient safety. Plus, get more updates on the latest company and industry news.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
Terminating Patient Relationships
If it becomes necessary to end a patient relationship, it is critical to end the relationship in a manner that will not lead to claims of discrimination or abandonment, litigation for alleged professional negligence, or complaints to administrative agencies.
Jun 05, 2023
Exclusive Program for Member Practice Managers
Our complimentary program for practice managers is designed for clinical and nonclinical professionals who are new to practice management or seeking a refresher.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
Jun 05, 2025
National Blood Supply Shortage: An Urgent Call to Action for Healthcare Professionals
The nation’s blood supply is now dangerously low. Medical professionals have the credibility and expertise to educate the public about the need for an adequate blood supply and are also in the best position to literally roll up their sleeves and lead by example.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
April 25, 2022, Nashville Medical News
As Corporate Entities Enter Healthcare, Practices Can Respond via Patient-Centered Care
Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses the involvement of large non-legacy corporate entities in healthcare and how it will impact how all clinicians provide healthcare.
Professional Education
Patient Termination
This brief audio presentation will give healthcare providers information on how to mitigate their risk when terminating a patient relationship. The key topics covered include establishing patient expectations, what to do when expectations aren’t being met, special circumstances to consider prior to termination, and finally, the elements of the termination notice.
Patient Safety in Dentistry: Managing Adverse Events in the Practice Setting
When an adverse event occurs in a dental practice, providers and staff must be prepared to respond appropriately. A well-managed response includes caring for the patient, investigating the event, taking necessary action, and reporting the event appropriately as required.
March 16, 2022, Orlando Medical News
As Corporate Entities Enter Healthcare, Practices Can Respond via Patient-Centered Care
Richard E. Anderson, MD, FACP, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses the involvement of large non-legacy corporate entities in healthcare and how it will impact how all clinicians provide healthcare.
