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Log In and Learn: April Webinars for New York State Dentists
New York State dentists are invited to join us for three upcoming webinars covering common liability risks, employment law and defensive dentistry. Read the event details in this blog and register now to reserve your spot.
MLMIC Insight: Leading Factors that Contribute to Claims in Healthcare
This MLMIC Insight highlights key factors that contribute to claims in healthcare and resources to mitigate risk related to these concerns.
Tips for New Dentists: Our Top Three Risk Management Strategies
Risk management should be an integral component of dental practice. Establishing reliable policies and procedures in dental practices is vital for dentists to enhance patient safety and reduce the risk of exposure to claims of negligence. There are many strategies dentists can implement, but here are three which we consider to be the most important.
Tips to Strengthen IoMT Security at Hospitals and Health Networks
Vulnerabilities related to the pandemic are amplifying the threat of cyberattacks on health networks. Understanding key IoMT-associated risks can help mitigate risk and minimize the potential scope of damage.
FDA Issues EUA for Monoclonal Antibody Treatment of COVID-19
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for simultaneous administration of monoclonal antibodies bamlanivimab and etesevimab to treat COVID-19 patients who meet specific criteria.
ISMP Publishes Top Medication Errors and Hazards for 2021
ISMP says common medication mishaps can be prevented with proper attention and prioritization that results in system and practice changes.
Assessing Patient Readiness for Elective Surgery Following COVID-19
Guidance published by Oregon Health & Science University scientists outlines a preoperative protocol for surgical care teams to evaluate the readiness of previously COVID-positive patients for elective procedures.
Beyond the Behavioral Health Unit: Managing Mental Health, a Webinar by MLMIC and HANYS
On March 24, MLMIC and HANYS will host “Beyond the Behavioral Health Unit: Managing Mental Health.” This webinar will outline strategies for meeting the mental health needs of patients in the emergency department, the general inpatient unit and the ambulatory care setting
FDA Publishes AI/ML-Based Software as a Medical Device Action Plan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released an AI/ML-Based Software as a Medical Device Action Plan, which outlines a detailed approach to ensuring the safety and efficacy of these technologies.
Strategies to Mitigate Risk Related to Documentation, Communication & Follow-up
MLMIC has developed universal risk management strategies to prevent liability claims related to documentation, communication and follow-up.