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Category: Dentists
Undiagnosed Oral Cancer and a Faulty EDR System
In this case, a 36-year-old patient alleged that a dentist and his professional corporation failed to diagnose and treat a lesion on the side of the tongue resulting in a delayed diagnosis of oral cancer.
Open Bar: Guidance for Texting with Patients
By Elizabeth Ollinick, Esq. MLMIC is thrilled to launch “Open Bar,” a monthly FAQ on trending issues in healthcare faced by MLMIC insureds throughout New York. There are several perks available to MLMIC policyholders. One of them is access to MLMIC’s Legal Hotline. Our Legal Department is comprised of seasoned healthcare attorneys throughout the state. […]
The Albany Report: New York 2024 Regular Legislative Session Concludes
MLMIC’s The Albany Report offers policyholders a concise, insiders’ view of pending legislative, regulatory and political developments that have an impact on healthcare professionals in New York State. The latest edition focuses on developments related to the Grieving Families Act and the Medical Indemnity Fund.
The NYSDA Foundation — The Latest Programs Furthering the NYSDF Mission
MLMIC had the pleasure of talking with Stacy McIlduff, Executive Director of the New York State Dental Foundation.
The MLMIC Scope: Dental Edition contains reports, case studies and articles on everything you need to know when it comes to technologies and risk management.
May 2024 Events for New York Dentists
May is a fun-filled month for the MLMIC Dental Team. We’re thrilled to share the following meetings with you and look forward to connecting with dentists throughout the state at the NYSDA House of Delegates!
The Albany Report: New York State Enacts 2024-25 Budget
The latest edition of MLMIC’s The Albany Report focuses policyholder attention on the 2024-25 New York State budget.
Informed Consent and Dentistry
One of the contributing factors that often leads to dental malpractice litigation is the failure to obtain adequate informed consent from a dental patient.
The First 2024 “The Scope: Dental Edition” Featuring Helpful Articles and Checklists for Dentists
The newest issue of The Scope: Dental Edition, a risk management publication published quarterly, is available online to read for free.
As part of Women’s History Month, MLMIC would like to celebrate the role that women have played, and continue to play, in contributing to the practice of dentistry. MLMIC recently had the pleasure of connecting with New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) President Elect Dr. Prabha Krishnan, who will be installed as the 144th President of […]