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A Medical Malpractice Trial Where The Residents And Faculty Are The Judge And The Jury, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

At the conclusion of this session, the learner should be able to:

• Name 3- 5 of the most common reasons for a medical malpractice claim

• Describe and compare negligence, types of error, and recklessness

• Explain 3-5 steps that should be taken to minimize risk for a malpractice suit

• Discuss the emotional toll that litigation causes and the personal and professional risks that may result

Changing The Algorithm In The Evaluation Of Pelvic Anatomy In The Infertile Patient: Is Hysterosalpingo Contrast Sonography With Saline-Air Device The Appropriate Test For Everyone?, Kathryn Coyne, Thomas C. Winter, Rose Maxwell, Steven Lindheim

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

The evaluation of the fallopian tubes is an essential part of the infertility workup, with abnormalities related to the fallopian tubes accounting for up to 40% of female subfertility.1 Laparoscopy is still considered the gold standard in the diagnostic evaluation of fallopian tubes, though the hysterosalpingogram (HSG) has long been recognized as complementary to laparoscopy, since tubal anatomy can be distinctly be seen.2 That said, previous investigations using laparoscopy as the gold standard demonstrate HSG has a sensitivity and specificity of 53% and 87%, respectively, for any tubal pathology and 46% and 95%, respectively, for bilateral tubal pathology.3

Residency And Fellow Participation In Root Cause And Intensive Analysis 2015-16, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

The purpose of this document is to familiarize you with two processes that help with quality improvement known as a root cause analysis and an intensive analysis. Further, to explain your role in the process and the importance of your active participation.

Objectives:

• To understand the difference between a root cause and intensive analysis and be able to articulate when each would be appropriate.

• To learn about the importance of patient safety and quality through participation in these processes.

• To gain appreciation and insight into the importance of your role in examining medical and system errors as …

Transitions Of Care, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Objectives:

• Define and Describe the various points of transition of care

• Define and Describe the potential risks for TOC

• Articulate the value of interdisciplinary team planning

• Demonstrate an effective patient hand-off via role play.

Infant Loss & Bereavement: A Journey For Families And Health Care Professionals, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Loss…

• Perinatal loss includes infertility during the preconception period, fetal death during pregnancy and infant death in the first year of life.

• Losing a wished-for child is startling and unexpected.

• Responses to this loss range from disappointment to life-changing anguish.

Common Living Situations With Older Patients: Balancing Support With Independence, Kelly A. Rabah

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Objectives:

1. Understand and discuss common challenges with aging patients that impact safety, independence and quality of life.

2. Describe how to assess for safety in living environment as well as what resources are available to support patient/family.

3. Know how to identify caregiver challenges, stress, and risk.

4. Understand the importance of addressing and documenting concerns and challenges, while being supportive and offering resources to promote QOL and Independence.

Medical Professionalism And Enculturation Of The Millennial Physician: Meeting Of The Minds, Steven R. Lindheim, Parvaneh K. Nouri, Kelly A. Rabah, Jerome L. Yaklic

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

The conceptualization of medicine as a profession that was held to ethical and practical standards was first formalized through the writings of 18^th century British physician-ethicists Gregory and Percival. This was in response to the lack of standardization in both training and practice that existed within medicine at the time. Percival’s Medical Ethics subsequently served as reference for the first Code of Medical Ethics issued by the American Medical Association (AMA) in 1847. Today, it is universally accepted that an important aspect of becoming a physician is the learning and implementing of high standards of medical professionalism into practice. …

The Changing Tides In Gynecologic Surgery Minimally Invasive Options: What We Know And How Do We Improve Use, Training, Michael L. Galloway

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

Over the past twenty years gynecologic surgery has evolved from primarily abdominal approach to the current focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques. Minimally invasive techniques include vaginal and laparoscopic techniques. Evolution in laparoscopic technology and equipment has exploded to include multiple vessel sealing instruments of varying modalities, instruments with “wristed” capabilities and robotic assisted technology. Single port laparoscopy and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery are other variations of laparoscopic technology.

Vaginal surgery is still touted as the “ultimate” minimally invasive surgery by ACOG; however, its use has not grown over this time. Many surgeons have had limited training in vaginal …

Creating An Exceptional Patient Experience, Kelly A. Rabah, Nada Elmagbari

Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty Publications

The patient's experience affects:

• Reimbursement
• Market Share
• Readmission
• Compliance
• Liability and M&M