A summary of the executive orders enacted by Governor Greg Abbott and enforced by the Texas Medical Board as of April 16, 2020.
A summary of the executive orders enacted by Governor Greg Abbott and enforced by the Texas Medical Board as of April 16, 2020.
Learn about the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program and how to comply with pain management legislation passed in 2019.
Learn more about cultural competency and treating patients of different backgrounds.
A discussion of risk management recommendations for physicians as they continue to practice during COVID-19. Topics include encouraging social distancing and screening patients.
The posting of patient complaints and reviews online is unavoidable. Here are some tips on how to manage and respond to negative online comments.
The use of telemedicine introduces a new meaning for "good" bedside manner.
Failure to follow up on test results is a frequent issue identified in claims against physicians. Learn how to create effective follow-up strategies.
An introduction to telemedicine and telehealth. It explains common terminology and the different types of technology used.
Resources for physicians who are experiencing symptoms of stress and burnout.
Health care professionals often struggle with how to communicate with patients after adverse outcomes. This presentation offers tips on expressing empathy and compassion.
Guidelines and processes to follow when ending the physician-patient relationship.
When dealing with difficult patients, physicians are sometimes left with no other viable alternative than to terminate the physician-patient relationship. Coming to that conclusion is not easy and may
When purchasing malpractice insurance, pay attention to the details of your policy. This presentation will help you ask the right questions and provides practical advice for managing your policy.
Malpractice lawsuits are often the result of faulty communication or improper documentation. Learn how to avoid these common mistakes.
Learn the 10 reasons physician practices and health care organizations are vulnerable to cyber attacks.
TMLT staff conduct on-site reviews to help physicians address their medical liability risks. Here are our most common recommendations.
A discussion of transgender health care disparities and how practicing cultural competency can improve patient-physician relationships.
A look at human trafficking and resources to help physicians identify patients who may be victims of this type of crime.
A discussion of how victims come into contact with health care professionals and resources for dealing with these situations.
Case studies of actual ransomware attacks on health care organizations.
What happens when physicians go online to learn about their patients?