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.
An Ounce of Prevention
Preview Our Study of Malpractice Claims Involving Children
Government Relations Report
2019 Brings Increased Legislative Activity
New Advanced Practice Provider Guide
Innovations in Patient Safety
Improving Communication and Managing Patient Expectations to Reduce Risks
Drive Practice Improvements with Our Continuing Education Courses
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan® Insert: First Quarter 2019
An Ounce of Prevention
Mitigating the Risk of Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome
Government Relations Report
Inflated Medical Damages and Lien-Based Care
Innovations in Patient Safety
Collaborating to Improve Obstetrical Practices
Foundation News
The Doctors Company Foundation Funds 2018 Telluride Experience Patient Safety Camps
Complimentary Continuing Education
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan® Insert: Fourth Quarter 2018
From the Chairman
Advocates for the Medical Profession in a Time of Upheaval
An Ounce of Prevention
Medical Office Assessments Uncover Hidden Liability Risks
Government Relations Report
New Limits on Doctor-Patient Confidentiality
New CME Courses Address Distracted Practice Concerns
Innovations in Patient Safety
Influencing Patient Behaviors in Orthopedic Practice
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Third Quarter 2018
Director's Forum
Physician Burnout: Defining the Problems, Revealing the Solutions
An Ounce of Prevention
Team Synergy: A Critical Core Competency for Safe Care
Government Relations Report
Judicial Review of Medical Liability Legislation
New CME/CE Courses Added Every Month
Innovations in Patient Safety
Improving Documentation of Patient Communication
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Second Quarter 2018
Director's Forum
Nurse Practitioner Closed Claims Study
An Ounce of Prevention
Nurse Practitioner Closed Claims: Risk Mitigation Strategies
Government Relations Report
Damage Limits Protect Access to Healthcare
Training for Practice Managers and Other Staff
Foundation News
Foundation Grant Improves Hospitalist Communication
Innovations in Patient Safety
Leveraging Cardiology Data to Improve Care
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: First Quarter 2018
Director's Forum
Electronic Health Record Closed Claims Study
An Ounce of Prevention
Teamwork Saves Lives in Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Shooting
Government Relations Report
Social Inflation Increases Pressure on Medical Liability Limits
Foundation News
Foundation Gets Involved at Patient Safety Camp
New CME Series on Alzheimer’s and Dementia
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Fourth Quarter 2017
Director's Forum
The Search for Mary Smith
An Ounce of Prevention
Obstetrical Closed Claims: What Can We Learn?
Government Relations Report
Advocacy Update
Foundation News
Foundation Reaches Milestone
Groundbreaking Research Funded by the Foundation
Innovations in Patient Safety
Internal Medicine and Diagnosis Errors
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Third Quarter 2017
From the Chairman
2017 Member Dividend Announced
Director's Forum
Prescribing Opioids Safely
An Ounce of Prevention
The Doctors Company Introduces a New CME Series
Government Relations Report
Federal Medical Liability Reform: A Historical Perspective
Foundation News
The Doctors Company Foundation Changes Leadership
Innovations in Patient Safety
Data-Driven Insights: Fear to Act in Obstetrics
Tribute Plan 10-Year Anniversary
Special Issue: Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic
Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic
Analysis of Medication-Related Claims from The Doctors Company
Prescription Opioid Abuse Epidemic
Legislating the Opioid Epidemic
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Del Zotto’s Perspective
New Complimentary CME Course: Prescribing Opioids Safely
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Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: First Quarter 2017
The Doctor’s Advocate: One Way We’re Taking the Mal Out of Malpractice Insurance
From the Chairman
Perspectives on the Future of Medicine
Director's Forum
The Doctor’s Dilemma
An Ounce of Prevention
Plastic Surgery Closed Claims: What Can We Learn?
Government Relations Report
California Supreme Court Takes a Step to the Left
Foundation News
Foundation Supports Telluride Camp for Health Science Students
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Nye’s Perspective
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Fourth Quarter 2016
Director's Forum
The Perils of Printing an Electronic Health Record
An Ounce of Prevention
Internal Medicine Closed Claims: What Can We Learn?
Judicial Review of Medical Liability Legislation
Ransomware Attacks: HIPAA Burden Falls to the Hospital or Medical Practice
Foundation News
2016 Young Physicians Patient Safety Awards Announced
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Gupta’s Perspective
Wall Street Journal Reports on Malpractice Closed Claims Studies
New Partnership Helps Doctors Thrive in a Digital Environment
New Options for Earning Continuing Education Credits
The Back Page
Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Third Quarter 2016
Director's Forum
Obesity: A Common Comorbidity in Malpractice Claims
An Ounce of Prevention
Specialty Advisory Boards: Bringing Together Expertise
Government Relations Report
Every Aspect of the Litigation Process Is Subject to Legislative Action
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Wuest’s Perspective
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Industry and Company News
Tribute Plan Insert: Second Quarter 2016
Director's Forum
Analysis of Closed Hospitalist Claims
An Ounce of Prevention
Are Decisions Shared?
Government Relations Report
The 2016 Election Is in Full Swing
Foundation News
Grants Awarded in 2015
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Industry and Company News: First Quarter 2016
Tribute Plan Insert: First Quarter 2016
Director's Forum
New Early Warning Criteria Could Reduce Maternal Mortality
An Ounce of Prevention
Heed Those EHR Alerts
Government Relations Report
Damage Caps and Equal Protection: Two States, Two Views
Foundation News
Seeking Entries for the 2016 Young Physicians Patient Safety Award
How Doctors Can Harness Social Media
Study Reveals Orthopedists Can Partner with Patients to Reduce Risks
New IOM Study Focuses on Improving Diagnosis in Healthcare
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Go’s Perspective
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: Fourth Quarter 2015
Tribute Plan Insert: Fourth Quarter 2015
Director's Forum
Minimizing Surgical Errors
An Ounce of Prevention
Teamwork in the OR
Government Relations Report
Why Handling Medical Malpractice Like Workers’ Comp Won’t End Lawsuits
Foundation News
Young Physicians Patient Safety Awards Announced
Sign Up for a Complimentary Webinar
What to Expect from Litigation: Dr. Michelin’s Perspective
Fraud Alert on Physician Compensation Arrangements
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Industry and Company News: Third Quarter 2015
Tribute Plan Insert: Third Quarter 2015
Director's Forum
A Claim Involving Childhood Vaccination
An Ounce of Prevention
MAC/Sedation Fires Increasing
Government Relations Report
SGR Fix Includes Standard of Care Language
New Resources at www.thedoctors.com
Studies Reveal Malpractice Claim Trends in Emergency Medicine and Obstetrics
Case Studies
What to Expect from Litigation
Meet Your CME Needs with Our Monthly Webinars
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Industry and Company News: Second Quarter 2015
Tribute Plan Insert: Second Quarter 2015
Director's Forum
Analysis of EHR Contributing Factors in Medical Professional Liability Claims
An Ounce of Prevention
Analyzing Bowel Perforation Claims
Government Relations Report
2014: Difficult Election Choices and Notable Legislation
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: First Quarter 2015
Director's Forum
Editorial Comment on Maintenance of Certification
An Ounce of Prevention
Telemedicine: Emerging Risks
Politically Speaking
Looking Ahead to 2015: Interstate Licensing
Foundation News
2015 Young Physicians Patient Safety Award
California Voters Reject Proposition 46
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: Fourth Quarter 2014
Director's Forum
Diagnostic Error in Medical Practice by Specialty
An Ounce of Prevention
A Team Approach to Reducing Risk
Politically Speaking
Latest News on Challenges to Caps on Noneconomic Damages
Patient Safety Alert: ACOG Releases Special Report
Foundation News
Young Physicians Patient Safety Awards Announced
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: Third Quarter 2014
Director's Forum
SAFER Guides for Electronic Health Record Implementation and Use
An Ounce of Prevention
Why Accuracy Matters
Politically Speaking
MICRA Update
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: Second Quarter 2014
Integrated Delivery Systems: A Crucial Outgrowth of Healthcare Reform
Director's Forum
An EMR-Related Claim
An Ounce of Prevention
Globalization and Counterfeit Drugs
Politically Speaking
Federal Legislation
The Back Page
Industry and Company News: First Quarter 2014
