The Doctor’s Advocate | Second Quarter 2023
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare: Strategies for Culturally Appropriate Patient Care
A practitioner’s cultural competence—the ability to understand and interact effectively with people from other cultures—is critically important in helping to achieve health equity for all patients. Read the full article.
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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
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Industry and Company News