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Open Bar: Handling Arons Interview Requests from Attorneys

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.

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“The Scope: Medical Edition”: Bridging the Language Barrier: Communicating with Limited English Proficiency Patients

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.

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Strategies for Patient Safety – Mitigating Medication Mistakes 

Medication errors are a common yet preventable threat to patient safety. This edition of Strategies for Patient Safety highlights key breakdowns in the prescription process and offers real-world case examples and data-driven solutions to help healthcare teams reduce risk.

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Case Study: Diagnosis Delay Results in Patient Expiration

A delayed pulmonary embolism diagnosis led to a patient’s death and a significant malpractice settlement. The case highlights the critical importance of timely intervention and effective communication in high-risk clinical situations.

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The Albany Report: New York 2025 Regular Legislative Session Concludes  

The July 2025 issue of The Albany Report is a must-read, detailing critical items for the New York State medical professional liability insurance market. These include the latest on the Grieving Families Act, the breakdown of two new bills that have passed, valuable insights into legislation around peer review and confidentiality protections, details on when the Legislature may be back in session this year, and more.