Lee Finkelstone MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Daniel S. Chow MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Akash D. Shah MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Approximately 1 in 5 neuroradiologists have reported being sued at least once during their career in a recent survey by the American Society of Neuroradiology. While there is growing concern over liability, few physicians understand the fundamentals of malpractice and causes of common errors leading to malpractice suits. By the end of the exhibit, the viewer will have 1) a better understanding of malpractice concepts and 2) learn ways to reduce errors in neuroimaging in order to reduce risk.

1) Brief roadmap to medical malpractice 2) Reasons neuroradiologists are sued 3) Ways to reduce errors in neuroimaging using clinical vignettes with subsequent summary slides (i.e. checklists) 4) Post-test quiz

http://abstract.rsna.org/uploads/2014/14011806/14011806_xvla.pdf

Finkelstone, L, Chow, D, Shah, A, Law and Order - Neuroimaging: Understanding and Minimizing Risk for the Neuroradiologist.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14011806.html