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What to Do When a Patient Threatens to Sue
By Rachel Ragosa - February 2, 2015
Most people choose a career in medicine because they enjoy caring for others. Even with the best of intentions, things can go wrong. As a result, a patient may become angry and threaten to sue. It
Baby Boomers and Their Impact on Health Care Careers
By Rachel Ragosa - March 3, 2015
Baby boomers are causing one of the biggest demands the health care industry has ever seen. A baby boomer is defined as anyone born between the years of 1946 to 1964, during a rapid population increase
Physician Contract Review
By Rachel Ragosa - April 27, 2015
When a physician is given a formal job offer, it is produced in writing, along with a contract that contains a lot of small print and legalese. It’s highly recommended that you have your contract reviewed
HIPAA and Social Media: A Simple Guide
By Rachel Ragosa - May 12, 2015
Most people have some sort of social media account. While it is a great medium for sharing family photos, funny videos, or interesting news stories, it has become a big liability for medical employers.
Understanding Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenants in Physician Contracts
By Rachel Ragosa - June 11, 2015
Some of the most controversial aspects of physician employment contracts are restrictive covenants and non-compete agreements. While the AMA has been adamantly opposed to restrictive covenants, they
Munchausen Syndrome By Proxy: A Plea for Patience & Objectivity
By Rachel Ragosa - August 25, 2015
Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) has recently become a hot button topic, as the push for children’s safety has crossed the line into creating intrusive harm. Awareness of wrongful accusations of
Recruiting Within the Boundaries of Equal Opportunity Employment Law
By Rachel Ragosa - November 11, 2015
Finding that perfect candidate in an endless sea of applications can be difficult. The majority of recruiters already have an ideal person in mind when seeking out applicants. Of course, a physician
