May 12, 2026
COVID-19 and Patient Safety in the Medical and Dental Office
Healthcare practices can manage risks by monitoring COVID-19 variants, infection rates, vaccine guidelines, clinical protocols, and public health resources.
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Referral and Negligent Referral in a Dental Practice
We outline actionable strategies to help dental professionals keep patients safe and avoid potential liability when referring patients to specialty providers.
Documentation and Scope of Practice Issues in Dentistry
We analyze a case resulting in patient injuries and provide strategies that address documentation and staff protocols.
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Setting
We present a compelling case example and outline risk management strategies that can help practices prepare for medical emergencies.
Coping With Litigation: Tips for Healthcare Professionals
The first step in alleviating the stress and uncertainty created by an allegation of medical or dental malpractice is to understand the litigation process and the defendant’s role during each step.
Management of Treatment Complications in Dentistry
When treatment complications occur, it is often how the situation is handled that determines the outcome for both the patient and the healthcare provider. These strategies can help dental professionals enhance safety and mitigate risk.
Professional Education
Safe Opioid Prescribing for Physicians and Dentists: Florida Edition
This enduring program meets current Florida-specific controlled substance requirements. Opioids play an important role in pain management—both in the acute and the chronic setting, but a variety of causes have contributed to an opioid-related epidemic leading to addiction and death. There has also been substantial misuse of opioids by prescription and by diversion. With the spotlight on the epidemic guidelines, regulations, studies, and solutions are emerging, including recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that can address the epidemic and allow for effective and appropriate use of these drugs.
Patient Experience Surveys
Use our patient experience surveys to measure satisfaction and uncover areas of concern in your practice.
Nov 27, 2023
Foundation Announces 2023 Grant Recipients
The Doctors Company Foundation has awarded grants to new projects that include suicide prevention, diagnostic excellence, and pediatric emergency care access.
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The Doctor’s Advocate
December 03, 2025, Physicians Practice
Top 7 Considerations for Telehealth in 2026
The clinical and regulatory landscape for telehealth continues to evolve rapidly. Medical and dental practices face a wide range of changing regulations, complicated payment issues, and growing patient safety risks. Julie Ritzman, MBA, CPHRM, Senior Vice President of Patient Safety and Risk Management at The Doctors Company, provides seven telehealth considerations for clinicians heading into 2026.
