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October 2024 Events for New York Physicians

Join MLMIC this October for events packed with insights and networking opportunities. Connect with fellow physicians and explore the latest in healthcare. Here’s where you can find the MLMIC team this month!

October 2024 Events for New York Dentists

Catch the MLMIC Dental team at district events this October! Visit our table to meet us and learn about saving on dental liability premiums.

Open Bar: How Should a Medical Practice Respond to a Parent’s Request to Amend a Minor’s Medical Record?

In this month’s Open Bar, MLMIC explores whether healthcare providers are required to respond in writing when a parent requests an amendment to their child’s medical record. Learn more about how HIPAA and New York State law govern these requests and the steps providers should take to address them.

Leveraging Opportunities: The Role of the Advanced Practice Provider

Join HANYS and MLMIC on Oct. 23 for Leveraging Opportunities: The Role of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP). Learn about risk management, scope of practice and best practices for APPs. Register today!

New MLMIC Publication: 2024’s Third Quarter Edition of “The Scope: Dental Edition” Features Essential Articles and Insights for New York Dentists

The 2024 third quarter edition of the MLMIC Scope: Dental Edition is here! This comprehensive publication provides essential updates on the latest trends, technology and risk management strategies in the dental industry.

Case Study: Failure to Diagnose Glaucoma in a Child with Idiopathic Arthritis Results in a Seven-Figure Settlement

A young patient with juvenile arthritis experienced permanent peripheral vision loss after her ophthalmologist failed to identify early signs of glaucoma. Despite her regular follow-ups, the delayed diagnosis resulted in severe complications, leading to a significant malpractice settlement.

Harnessing Health Data: A Conversation with Dr. Salvatore Volpe

In this episode of The Verdict, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, interviews Dr. Salvatore Volpe, author of the book “Health Informatics,” to explore how data-driven healthcare and a team-based approach can transform patient care.

The Medical Society of the State of New York’s Peer-To-Peer Program: Finding Support in the Medical Community

Join Host Tammie Smeltz on “The Verdict” as Dr. Frank Dowling discusses MSSNY’s Peer-2-Peer (P2P) Program. Discover how this resource helps New York physicians tackle challenges through peer support and guidance.

September 2024 Events for New York Physicians

MLMIC is thrilled to continue supporting New York’s medical community this September through sponsorship and participation in several events. Join us as we connect with healthcare professionals across the state.

Handling Patients’ Complaints Properly: Best Practices for Dentists

Most dentists are likely to receive a patient complaint at some point during their years of practice. When that happens, it’s important to know what to do and have a process to address the concern. Here are key strategies for responding to negative feedback professionally.