Publications & Resources

2025’s First Quarter Edition of “The Scope: Medical Edition”: The Evolving Landscape of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants

The first quarter 2025 edition of The Scope: Medical Edition is now available! This issue explores the evolving roles of nurse practitioners and physician assistants, plus a case study on best practices in mental health treatment.

Open Bar: Special Treatment of Psychotherapy Notes Under HIPAA

MLMIC’s latest Open Bar covers the special protections psychotherapy notes receive under HIPAA. Unlike other mental health records, these notes remain confidential and cannot be accessed by patients or third parties except in limited legal circumstances.

Elevate Your Practice with MSSNY and MLMIC’s 2025 CME Day Webinar Series

Healthcare is constantly evolving, and staying informed is essential. On April 3, 2025, MSSNY and MLMIC are hosting their annual CME Day webinar series, offering expert-led sessions on medication safety, care coordination, and the latest legal updates. This free event is a valuable opportunity for healthcare providers to enhance their knowledge, reduce risk and earn CME credits.

Medicine and Law: Knowledge is Power – A Snapshot of Medical Liability

Join MLMIC, the Medical Society of the County of Erie, the Erie County Bar Association and the University at Buffalo School of Law for “Knowledge is Power: A Snapshot of Medical Liability” on March 26, 2025. This session will provide valuable insights into malpractice trends, common allegations and risk management strategies, helping physicians and legal professionals confidently navigate medical liability.

Strategies for Patient Safety – The Case for Comprehensive Burnout Solutions

Patient Safety Awareness Week reminds us that safer care starts with proactive strategies. Candello’s “Strategies for Patient Safety” explores the impact of physician burnout and data-driven solutions to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

The Blurred Lines of Care: Friendship, Medicine and a Fatal Outcome

Blurring the lines between friendship and medical care can have devastating consequences. This case highlights the dangers of treating friends or acquaintances, emphasizing the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, thorough documentation and diligent follow-up to ensure patient safety.

HANYS and HMA Present “Survey Readiness: Prepare, Respond, Succeed”

MLMIC is pleased to share that the Healthcare Association of New York State and Health Management Associates are hosting a five-part virtual series on survey readiness. This program, which starts in April, will provide healthcare leaders with essential strategies for preparing, managing and responding to surveyors.

How Professional Misconduct Complaints Can Impact Medical Malpractice Claims

A MLMIC legal expert shares how professional misconduct complaints can influence medical malpractice claims and why understanding their impact is crucial for healthcare professionals.

MLMIC’s Organizational Risk Management Assessment: Your Key to a Safer Practice

Join Host Tammie Smeltz as she sits down with Senior Risk Management Consultant Shelly Kriete to discuss MLMIC’s risk management services and the valuable insights provided by the Organizational Risk Management Assessment.

Open Bar: The Use of Medical Assistants in Office Practices

Medical assistants (MAs) play a crucial role in physician practices, but their scope of practice is limited by law. MLMIC’s latest Open Bar outlines what tasks MAs can and cannot perform in New York, helping physicians stay compliant and avoid misconduct.