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computer-assisted cuts that don't require double-checking, adjusting or testing with various-sized trial implants. They'll instinctively know how cuts impact the joint's range of
motion and how well surrounding tissues respond. They might even learn to trust the technology more than their own hands. OSM
Dr. Hamlin (hamlinbr@mail.magee.edu) is an orthopedic surgeon at Magee-Womens Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pa.
You've (Legally) Profit
Can You Been Sued:
Now What?
from Anesthesia
Services?
We all know that patients sometimes experience bad outcomes in healthcare. Unfortunately, almost 20,000 times per year, bad outcomes lead to malpractice suits, expensive,
time-consuming, emotionally painful affairs that frequently
Can surgeons legally demand kickbacks from anesthesia involve surgical facilities as well as cases at their facilities?
providers for the right to do physicians. When it happens, you can't turn back the clock andthe the case over. But no, or
Depending on whom you ask, do answer is yes,
you can maximize your chances for justice, reduce exposure maybe so. Get clearcut guidelines at OR Excellence this fall for your facilities and make the ordeal easier on yourself if
in "Can Facilities Really Profit from Anesthesia in
you're prepared. Learn the ropes at OR Excellence this fall Services?"a presentation by attorney Mark F Weiss, a Jan
.
"You've Been Sued: Now What?" a presentation by national expert on
Kleinhesselink, RN, BSHM, and Carmen Lester, RN, JD.
the legal and business issues affecting medical groups,
physicians andRN, BHSM
other
Jan Kleinhesselink,
healthcare providers.
Chief Quality Officer
Carmen Lester, RN, JD
Chief Clinical Officer
Lincoln Surgical Hospital
Lincoln, Neb.
Lincoln Surgical Hospital
Mark F. Weiss,
Lincoln, Neb.
CRNA, will be
www.orexcellence.com/conference-connections/
speaking on "Can Facilities Really Profit from
Anesthesia Services?" Come see him at OR
.
5th Annual OR Excellence Conference & Exhibits
5th Annual OR Excellence Conference & Exhibits
October 23-25, 2013 • Red Rock Resort & Spa • Las Vegas,
October 23-25, 2012 • Red Rock Resort & Spa • Las Vegas, Nevada
888-YOUR ORX • www.orexcellence.com
Nevada
