News & Knowledge Clinician Competency Resources Clinical Competency Resources In 2015, the American Medical Association (AMA) reported that physicians 65 years and older represented 23% of the physicians in the United States, and that percentage was increasing. Research has revealed that although there is an increase in accumulated wisdom and verbal knowledge with age, there is also an overall decline in recall memory, cognitive processing efficiency, and executive reasoning. The implications for patient safety are paramount. The subject of c... Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post Resources Policy: Reporting and Investigating Clinician Competency Concerns Clinician Competency Tip Sheet Clinician Competency and the Aging Physician: Navigating the Legal and Professional Risk READ NEXT January 12, 2024March 1, 2024Clinical Care | Physician Patient Relationship | Risk Management Closed Claim Study: Learning Lessons, Gaining Insights, Managing Risks Preventing medical liability claims hinges upon numerous factors, but many of them are within a physician’s control or influence. Using expert legal insights, we will explore how sound risk management principles empower providers and protect them from the vagaries of professional liability claims. Read more December 1, 2022July 19, 2023Risk Management | Toolkits Risk Assessments Risk management is an essential element of running a medical practice, but finding time for it can be a challenge. Evaluate specific areas of risk within your practice with a minimal investment of time. Read more August 12, 2021March 9, 2023Clinical Care | Electronic Communication & Social Media | Patient Management | Patient Satisfaction | Physician Patient Relationship | Practice Management | Quality Improvement & Peer Review Warning Letter: Patient Conduct [TEMPLATE] Read more