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February 14, 2023, Inside Medical Liability Online
Malpractice Case: Could Stronger Post-Op Follow-Up Have Prevented this Infection after Knee Replacement?
This article discusses important lessons learned and risk prevention strategies from a study of hip and knee replacement closed malpractice claims by David L. Feldman, MD, MBA, FACS, Chief Medical Officer, The Doctors Company and TDC Group, and Jacqueline Ross, PhD, RN, CPAN, Coding Director, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company.

Feb 20, 2020
Anesthesiology Closed Claims Study
Darrell Ranum, JD, CPHRM, Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management
The Doctors Company studied 640 anesthesia medical malpractice claims that closed from 2007–2012 and 587 claims that closed between 2013–2018. These studies determined whether the number of patient injuries had decreased and to identify any new trends in claims involving anesthesia care.

Dec 17, 2024
Disaster Preparedness for Your Office Practice
Julie Brightwell, JD, RN, Director, Patient Safety, The Doctors Company, Part of TDC Group
Natural disasters can occur suddenly and without warning, highlighting the importance of advance preparation. Make sure your practice has a plan in place.

Sep 30, 2020
Otolaryngology: Inadequate Informed Consent Can Lead to Malpractice Claims
Sue Boisvert, BSN, MHSA, Patient Safety Risk Manager II
Our analysis of otolaryngology claims revealed that inadequate informed consent is a frequent contributing factor in malpractice claims.

Guide to Online Services for Members

Mar 07, 2025
Foundation Accepting Letters of Intent for 2025 Grants
The Doctors Company Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Intent for its 2025 grant cycle. Letters of Intent will be accepted through the end of business on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

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.
From The Doctor’s Advocate

May 02, 2025, Inside Medical Liability Online
MPL Case: Could This Medication Error Occur in Your Practice?
Medication errors and patient falls present marked risks for oncology patients and practices. These types of adverse events, when they occur, are especially likely to result in malpractice claims with paid indemnities. Experts from The Doctors Company discuss how attention to systems factors such as practice policies and protocols, supported by staff training in adherence and implementation, can help protect patients from harm and practices from liability.

Informed Consent Sample Forms
Customize our informed consent sample forms to your practice and your patients.

May 30, 2023
Americans with Disabilities Act: Frequently Asked Questions
Debra Kane Hill, MBA, RN, Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, and Richard F. Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company
Practitioners can face steep penalties for failing to comply with federal mandates that protect individuals with disabilities.