Cruise Learn Chiropractic Education Units for Malpractice Prevention

Continuing Medical Education CruiseConference on the MS Maasdam 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise March 17 - 24, 2002 Continuing Education Program for Chiropractors 12 CME - Course Fee $459 Auxiliary Personnel - Course Fee $299 Faculty: Dr. Wendy Coren, writer, radio personality & lecturer for Parker Chiropractic Resource Foundation Dr. David N. Lundquist, principal speaker & consultant for Parker Chiropractic Resource Foundation Target Audience and Program Purpose: Chiropractors and staff. Course Outline: Risk Management 1. Four Elements of Malpractice- In order to have a true case of malpractice a plaintiff has to have credible evidence of four necessary elements: duty, breach of duty, causation and damages. Without any one of the four no malpractice can be awarded. (One hour) 2. Why do patients sue; an in depth look at the seven reasons why patients sue including case studies. (Two hours) 3. Common patient complaints and how to stop/avoid them: Six of the most common complaints heard by staff and doctors that serve as warning signs of possible trouble and how to stop/avoid/handle each situation. (Two hours) 4. Doctor Patient Staff Relationship Issues: A look into the most common reason for malpractice with case studies. (Two hours) 5. Doctor Patient Staff Communication: Models of communication, avoiding conflict, reduction of stress, rapport building. (Three hours) 6. Team Purpose and Priorities: Building your healthcare team, five qualities of a successful team. (Two hours) Accreditation: Parker College. Fees are $459.00 per DC. $299.00 auxillary personel plus a 50 percent discount on the cruise.