News & Knowledge *New* Prevention of Medical Errors: Protecting Your Patients & Your Practice Medical errors are the third leading cause of death for Americans; therefore, it is important that healthcare providers reduce patient risk. The purpose of this program is to provide learners with an overview of medical errors, detailing types of errors through case studies. 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 with Curi - or - Sign in with Constellation Curi’s risk mitigation resources and guidance are offered for educational and informational purposes only. This information is not medical or legal advice, does not replace independent professional judgment, does not constitute an endorsement of any kind, should not be deemed authoritative, and does not establish a standard of care in clinical settings or in courts of law. If you need legal advice, you should consult your independent/corporate counsel. We have found that using risk mitigation efforts can reduce malpractice risk; however, we do not make any guarantees that following these risk recommendations will prevent a complaint, claim, or suit from occurring, or mitigate the outcome(s) associated with any of them. READ NEXT December 16, 2024December 16, 2024Continuing Medical Education (CME) | Risk Management *NEW* Ethics & Risk Management In this presentation Kahlia Keita, MA, JD discusses professional ethics in health care risk management. This presentation will help the learner to identify the role of ethical principles in medicine and examine the ethical dimensions of risk management issues. Read more November 20, 2024November 20, 2024Clinical Care | Continuing Medical Education (CME) *NEW* Addressing Domestic Violence Toolkit Domestic violence, including intimate partner violence, is recognized by professional health organizations and governmental agencies as a public health crisis. Read more November 4, 2024November 5, 2024Continuing Medical Education (CME) | Hospitals/Health Systems | Quality Improvement & Peer Review *New* Peering Into Peer Review: Demystifying the In-Hospital Medical Professional Evaluation Process Take a good peek into the misunderstood process of peer review in hospitals with Julie Janeway, JD! Many risk managers, hospital administrators, and practice professionals are unfamiliar with the intent, nature, process, and the potential consequences of the in-hospital professional evaluation process. It’s time to learn more about the peer review process to better manage organizational risks, protect and improve patient care, safety, and promote professional growth. Read more