Publications & Resources

The VA and UPMC created an algorithmic tool designed to alert physicians to patients who may be at risk for surgical complications following elective surgery.

The Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) and MLMIC are collaborating to conduct an in-depth analysis of claims data. This effort will explore potential linkages between patient safety protocols, patient health outcomes and adverse events.

In Network Meetings at multiple locations across New York during April, May and June, MLMIC will present a risk management perspective on “Managing Your Social Media Presence.” CME credits are available.

Diagnostic error, opioid safety and care coordination top ECRI Institute’s 2018 list of “Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns for Healthcare Organizations.”

ACOG District II – MLMIC partnership will help both expand their ability to improve patient safety and reduce risk in select focus areas, such as maternal mortality and morbidity.

MLMIC encourages all our facilities and physicians to provide nurses the opportunity to view this webinar and explore the critical aspects of protecting themselves and their patients.

Recent study shows an association between complete handover of anesthesia care of a patient from one anesthesiologist to another and adverse postoperative outcomes among patients undergoing major surgery.

A recent New York Times column reports on a growing body of research shows that physician burnout and depression are linked to medical errors and that nearly half of physicians experience burnout at some point.

Research from Accenture and the American Medical Association (AMA) reveals a sobering statistic about cybersecurity: “more than four in five U.S. physicians (83 percent) have experienced some form of a cybersecurity attack.”

The texting of medical orders remains a significant concern for patient safety. Among the risks are unintended autocorrection, confusing abbreviations and incomplete orders.