Improving Physicians’ Bedside Manner: Saving Hospitals Dollars because it Makes Cents
4/25/13
By: William Ezzell
Recently, the Wall Street Journal reported on efforts by health care providers and educators alike to improve ways doctors communicate with patients. Following the scrutiny and reform of the health care industry over the past few years, …
Recent Study Finds Physician Burnout Prevalent; Impacts Malpractice and Patient Care
10/29/12
By: Mary Ellen Lighthiser
A recent New York Times article discussed a troubling study that indicates a high number of physicians are experiencing burnout. The recent study described burnout as “emotional exhaustion, detachment and a low sense of accomplishment.” The …
Workers Compensation Model to Replace Georgia's Medical Malpractice System?
8/1/12
By: Scott Rees
A recent study of 330 Georgia physicians indicated Georgia physicians are overwhelmingly in favor of proposed legislation to make such a change. Instead of the current legal system in place, the workers compensation model would allow a …