After all of the lengths a person goes to in order to get their medical license, it makes sense to protect it at all costs. Unfortunately, allegations of misconduct could potentially jeopardize a license. In order to protect credibility and retain patients, people...
When dealing with a domestic violence charge, an individual will likely see its impact on many different areas of his or her life. This can range from the places they are allowed to go, to the housing arrangements available, to the jobs they can legally hold. For...
As many clinicians in Pennsylvania already know, the paradigm shift currently occurring within the U.S. healthcare industry hopes to place an increased emphasis on the quality of care provided. Regulators often look to patient satisfaction scores to determine quality,...
Anxiety and depression are occupational hazards for doctors, but these are some of the few professionals who actively seek help for mental health concerns. There is stigma toward mental health care among physicians, practitioners and nurses, as the general culture of...
Physicians and other healthcare providers must comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. There are many actions that HIPAA prohibits, and mistakes are easy to make. Penalties for violations are severe, but can they affect the...
