1:00–2:00pm Addressing the Needs of Your LGBTQ Patients
2:00–3:00pm Effective Use and Supervision of Advanced Practice Providers
3:00–4:00pm 2023 Healthcare Law Review
Addressing the Needs of Your LGBTQ Patients
(1:00pm-2:00pm)
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) population encounters unique challenges associated with their healthcare, which is accompanied by lesser outcomes when compared to that of their heterosexual equals. There are several contributing factors including inadequate access to healthcare, lack of insurance, an absence of culturally competent medical professionals that are trained in LGBTQ health issues, and the limitations of some electronic health record systems to properly identify gender, which are just a few of the contributing factors to malpractice claims. This presentation will highlight LGBTQ healthcare disparities and emphasize the importance creating and affirming an inclusive environment for this population while treating each person as a unique individual.
At the end of this presentation, the participants will be able to:
- identify the inequalities associated with the care of LGBTQ patients,
- discuss recent legislation affecting LGBTQ healthcare,
- utilize strategies to communicate effectively with the LGBTQ patient, and
- implement measures to mitigate the liability risks associated with treating this patient population.
MLMIC is accredited by the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MLMIC designates this live internet activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Target audience: Physicians of all specialties
Effective Use and Supervision of Advance Practice Providers
(2:00pm-3:00pm)
With the demand for healthcare outpacing the number of available physicians, coupled with the aging of the American population, patient care is increasingly provided by Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in a wide variety of healthcare settings. Research suggests that Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Physician Assistant jobs will grow exponentially over the next decade.
This growth in the use of APPs has led to an increase in medical malpractice litigation. Allegations arise from direct patient care by APPs, as well as from the supervision of these providers by physicians and healthcare organizations. This presentation will address the scope of practice and liability risks associated with supervising advanced practice providers, and offer best practices to reduce the potential of claims associated with their care.
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- differentiate the scope of practice for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants,
- interpret MLMIC claims data for Advanced Practice Providers,
- evaluate the common allegations asserted in medical malpractice cases that include Advanced Practice Providers, and
- apply risk management principles and best practices to mitigate the risks of supervising these professionals.
MLMIC is accredited by the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MLMIC designates this live internet activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Target audience: Physicians of all specialties
2023 Healthcare Law Review
(3:00pm-4:00pm)
During this session, Nancy May-Skinner, Esq., managing attorney of Mercado May-Skinner, will provide an overview of the recent legislative and case law developments that impact the provision of healthcare in New York State.
At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
- evaluate the impact of proposed wrongful death legislation on healthcare professional liability cases,
- understand the impact of the latest case law on Covid immunities,
- identify the potential erosion of Quality Assurance protections and its impact on healthcare providers, and
- discuss the recent legal developments that impact the practice of medicine, including the doctrine of informed consent, and physician liability for the acts of Advanced Practice Providers.
MLMIC is accredited by the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MLMIC designates this live internet activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Target audience: Physicians of all specialties