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Should you treat a child whose guardian is not legally authorized to make medical decisions?

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP
Published: July 01, 2022
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Ethics/Bioethics, Medical Liability, Risk Management
Abstract
Pediatricians are in a quandary when a child is under the care of someone who does not have legal authority to consent to medical care or a child immigrated to the U.S. without a parent.
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Ensure security safeguards are in place before texting patient health information

Richard L. Oken, M.D., FAAP
Published: June 01, 2022
TOPICS: Medical Liability, Risk Management
Abstract
The best rule of thumb is to avoid texting anything that you would not want in a patient’s chart or read in court.
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Virtual town halls on COVID-19 connect experts, pediatricians

Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, Associate Editor
Published: May 02, 2022
TOPICS: International Child Health, Risk Management, COVID-19
Abstract
“Connecting With the Experts: A COVID-19 Townhall Series” debuted Sept. 9, 2020. More than 4,406 unique visitors have participated, including 131 individuals from other countries.
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Residency graduates surveyed on pandemic’s effect on training, job search

from AAP Research
Published: March 01, 2022
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Professionalism, Risk Management, Teaching/Curriculum Development, Workforce, COVID-19
Abstract
Nearly all respondents reported caring for at least one child with COVID-19, and one in three cared for 30 or more children.
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FYI: Child trafficking toolkit, new trauma center standards, perinatal care resources

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: February 01, 2022
TOPICS: Child Abuse and Neglect, Fetus/Newborn Infant, Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Risk Management, Trauma, Preventive Medicine
Abstract
Child trafficking toolkit, new trauma center standards, perinatal care resources
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Pediatricians, neonatologists at higher risk for ‘megaverdicts’ than other specialists

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP
Published: January 02, 2022
TOPICS: Medical Liability, Neonatology, Risk Management
Abstract
The number of multimillion dollar malpractice awards has risen over the past decade.
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Using cannabis during pregnancy may lead to having smaller babies

Carla Kemp, Senior Editor
Published: December 01, 2021
TOPICS: Fetus/Newborn Infant, Patient Education/Patient Safety/Public Education, Risk Management
Abstract
Many states have legalized recreational and medical marijuana, and products have become more potent.
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ED providers lack confidence in recognizing child trafficking

Carla Kemp, Senior Editor
Published: October 01, 2021
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Risk Management
Abstract
Adverse medical and mental health consequences of human trafficking include infections, traumatic injury, pregnancy, substance use, depression and suicidality.
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Commentary on hyperlipoproteinemia: Test earlier to prevent issues later

Maria J. Mba Wright, M.D., FAAP
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disorders, Risk Management
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Pediatricians should consider screening every patient for a family history of early cardiovascular events, especially those seeking birth control and transgender individuals receiving estrogen treatment.
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AAP sharpens focus on mental health

Lee Savio Beers, M.D., FAAP, American Academy of Pediatrics president
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Emergency Medicine, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Preventive Medicine
Abstract
Recent data on emergency department visits for suspected suicide attempts provide insight into the psychological trauma and distress youths are experiencing as they navigate the challenges of the pandemic.
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Pop quiz: Can you identify medical liability risks?

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP; John W. Rusher, M.D., J.D., FAAP
Published: June 01, 2021
TOPICS: Medical Liability, Risk Management, School Health, Sports Medicine/Physical Fitness
Abstract
Find out when you could lose Good Samaritan protections, situations that might not be covered by malpractice insurance and more.
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Asset protection requires consideration of personal financial risks

Steven A. Bondi, J.D., M.D., FAAP
Published: May 01, 2021
TOPICS: Risk Management
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Two of the biggest financial risks pediatricians face are divorce and disability.
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Report looks at product-related injuries treated in EDs during pandemic

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: May 01, 2021
TOPICS: Emergency Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Injury, Violence & Poison Prevention, Risk Management
Abstract
Injuries among adolescents from track and field, lacrosse, hockey, soccer, baseball, softball, football and basketball each saw decreases of more than 60%.
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Youth suicides rose after FDA warnings on antidepressants

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: December 01, 2020
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Psychosocial Issues, Risk Management
Abstract
Authors estimate the warnings may be linked to 2,365 excess suicide deaths for adolescents from 2005-’10 and 3,593 excess deaths for young adults.
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Focus on maximizing patient safety, minimizing liability risk when reopening your practice

Jonathan M. Fanaroff, M.D., J.D., FAAP
Published: June 23, 2020
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Infectious Diseases, Risk Management, COVID-19
Abstract
Following federal requirements for infection control and informing medical liability insurance carriers that the pediatric office is back to business as usual are among the steps practices can take.
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Stay up-to-date on clinical guidance, legal requirements for managing sports concussions, releasing athletes to play

Richard L. Oken, M.D., FAAP
Published: September 24, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Medical Liability, Neurology, Risk Management, Sports Medicine/Physical Fitness
Abstract
All athletes with a suspected concussion should be removed immediately from play and not return until medically cleared..
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Adherence to safety protocols protects patients, physicians

Robert M. Turbow, M.D., J.D., FAAP
Published: June 20, 2019
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Medical Liability, Quality Improvement, Risk Management
Abstract
Members of the health care team can improve consistent use of interventions such as handwashing, time-outs before procedures, medication reconciliation, standardizing order sets, and more.
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Depositions 101: Preparation, professionalism key when providing testimony

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP; John W. Rusher, M.D., J.D., FAAP
Published: October 04, 2018
TOPICS: Medical Liability, Risk Management
Abstract
Depositions hold the same weight as testimony given at trial and may be entered into evidence during the trial.
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How to protect patients in the pediatric office

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP
Published: May 24, 2018
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Risk Management
Abstract
Although allegations of sexual misconduct against pediatricians are rare, some high-profile and widely publicized cases have raised the wariness and concern of caretakers, patients and pediatricians alike.
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Know where to turn when risky situations arise

Karen A. Santucci, M.D., FAAP
Published: November 30, 2016
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Emergency Medicine, Risk Management
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Knowing how to obtain risk management and patient safety guidance from resources with a national scope, regional presence and data-driven insights is essential.
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