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Labor Induction-Module 6: Oxytocin Pharmacodynamics

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

Labor Induction-Module 5: Misoprostol

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

Labor Induction-Module 4: Mechanical Methods

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

Labor Induction-Module 3: Cervical Ripening

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

Labor Induction-Module 2: Indications, Contraindications, ARRIVE Trial

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

Labor Induction-Module 1: Verdicts, Settlements, and a Case Study

In the US, “Mega” (> $10M) and “Nuclear” (> $100M) closed obstetric claims increased 84% in the last decade; obstetric care is a significant factor. Medications used for cervical ripening or labor induction can cause adverse outcomes when used inappropriately…

P.A.C.T.: Practical Approaches to Comprehensive Treatment of Pain

P.A.C.T.: Practical Approaches to Comprehensive Treatment of Pain curriculum focuses on improving clinicians’ ability to recognize, diagnose, and classify pain; educating clinicians on the full spectrum of pain management options, including non-opioid pharmacologic interventions; and providing risk reduction strategies through…

Emergency Medicine: Risk and Claims, Part 1

More than 60,500 active emergency physicians in the U.S. operate under time pressure within a high risk, high volume and often under resourced environment. They most often see a patient only once, usually in a situation in which the patient…

AMA STEPSForward: Contracting in Private Practice

The AMA is consistently advocating for physicians, particularly around value-based care and payment issues. This podcast underscores the importance of knowing your practice and your area, but also engaging with experienced counsel wherever possible during the contracting process, so that…

AMA STEPSForward: Telehealth Services for Private Practice

This podcast is aimed to support private practices in continuing to leverage telehealth and virtual care to provide patient care. Topics include a review of telehealth implementation playbook, connection with PP playbook, and overall efficiencies in practice.