Publications & Resources

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

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 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.

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.

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

MLMIC’s September roundup highlights what matters most for your practice — from rising malpractice payouts and AI governance to updates on male birth control, cancer risk and cybersecurity.

MLMIC is excited to debut the first combined issue of The Scope for both medical and dental providers. The Q3 2025 edition explores the risks of patient texting, a credentialing case study, a dental case gone wrong, and more.

Missed and delayed diagnoses remain a persistent patient safety risk. Candello’s latest report highlights data-driven strategies, such as ambulatory safety nets and improved documentation, to help healthcare providers close gaps, reduce malpractice risk and strengthen patient care.

Treating physicians may receive attorney requests to discuss a patient’s condition, even if they’re not named in a lawsuit. Known as Arons interviews, these requests require a specific patient authorization and follow strict legal guidelines. In this month’s Open Bar, MLMIC experts are breaking down when and how to respond to these requests so you can navigate the process confidently.

The latest issue of MLMIC’s The Scope: Medical Edition covers effective communication with limited English proficiency patients, a gestational diabetes case study and key insights on infection control, AI and patient safety.