Publications & Resources

Open Bar: The Difficult Patient Dilemma: Legal Requirements for Discharge and Responding to Demands

In this edition of Open Bar, we address when it is appropriate to discharge a difficult patient and what your legal obligations are when responding to their demands.

November 2025 Events for New York Dentists 

From Buffalo to Manhattan, the MLMIC Dental Team will be attending events statewide this November to connect with dental professionals.

Elevate Your Practice: October’s Curated Insights for Your Medical Office

MLMIC’s October medical roundup highlights emerging research shaping clinical practice. This month’s topics include accelerated aging around midlife, projected rises in global cancer deaths, shifting STI trends, and new insights into how GLP-1 medications influence eating behavior.

New York’s Blueprint for Healthcare: The Rise of Social Care Networks – Part 2 

Part Two of “New York’s Blueprint for Healthcare” shares how Social Care Networks help providers connect patients with services like home modifications and medically tailored meals, improving outcomes and reducing hospitalizations.

The Verdict: The Jury’s Out – Uncovering the Truth About Trials 

Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, and Roy Kaufman, Esq., explore what really influences jurors in malpractice trials and how dentists can strengthen their defense.

The Verdict: The Jury’s Out – Uncovering the Truth About Trials 

Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, and Roy Kaufman, Esq., explore what really influences jurors in malpractice trials and how physicians can strengthen their defense.

Medical and Legal Expertise Fail to Prevent Excessive Verdict 

An ER visit for calf pain led to an amputation and lawsuit. Despite expert support for the care provided, the jury issued an excessive verdict — showing that even strong defenses can’t always prevent unfavorable outcomes.

A Severe Infection Is Missed 

A missed infection led to life-threatening complications for a young dental patient, resulting in hospitalization, multiple surgeries and lasting scars. This case highlights the critical importance of timely referrals, thorough follow-up and clear documentation in preventing severe outcomes and mitigating liability risk.

Dental Residency: Bridging the Gap Between Professing and Practice. A Simple Guide to Risk Management and Protecting Your Future. 

In this guide, Kevin Henner, D.M.D., outlines essential risk management principles, ethical standards, and practical strategies to help residents protect their future while building a safe, successful and rewarding career in dentistry.

Open Bar: The Proper Use of Service Animals

Medical practices must understand service animal rules under the ADA and New York law. Learn what’s allowed to ensure compliance and protect patients.