Neonatology and Pediatrics
CHAPTER 32 Neonatology and Pediatrics Jonathan Fanaroff, M.D., J.D., F.C.L.M. , Robert Turbow, M.D., J.D., F.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. Stay current by reading journals and textbooks and by attending CME…
Neurology and Neurosurgery
CHAPTER 38 Neurology and Neurosurgery James C. Johnston, M.D., J.D., F.C.L.M., F.A.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. A careful history and complete examination remain the cornerstone of good medical practice, thereby reducing…
Breach of the Physician–Patient Relationship
CHAPTER 12 Breach of the Physician–Patient Relationship Ben A. Rich, J.D., Ph.D. GOLDEN RULES 1. Strive to make your encounters with patients (and their families) transparent. 2. Regardless of your…
Damages in Medical Malpractice
CHAPTER 25 Damages in Medical Malpractice Robert A. Bitonte, M.D., J.D., M.A., LL.M., F.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. Do not try to make a fool of the jury. 2. It is…
Miscellaneous Torts
CHAPTER 16 Miscellaneous Torts Melvin L. Butler, M.D., J.D., F.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. Before running the mouth, make sure the mind is engaged. 2. Many malpractice suits stem from failure…
Negligence
CHAPTER 15 Negligence Curtis E. Harris, M.S., M.D., J.D., F.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. Ordinary negligence is common in all human behavior. 2. The best protection against ordinary negligence is error…
Lack of Informed Consent and Refusal
CHAPTER 14 Lack of Informed Consent and Refusal Hugh F. Hill, M.D., J.D., F.A.C.E.P., F.C.L.M. GOLDEN RULES 1. Patient autonomy outweighs your professional opinion and your good intentions. 2. The…
