Radiology and the law : malpractice and other issues /
Practically every radiologist would benefit from an all-encompassing guide to malpractice issues in radiology. Dr. Ronald Eisenberg, a highly respected author in the field, has put together a comprehensive reference to provide radiologists with an introduction to malpractice issues and a basic under...
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New York :
Springer,
[2004]
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
Table of Contents:
- Malpractice Litigation: Malpractice; Vicarious liability; Standards and practice guidelines; Anatomy of a malpractice suit; Expert witnesses; Countersuit; Alternative dispute resolution; Criminal prosecution; Professional liability insurance; Special residency issues; Reactions of physicians sued for malpractice; Role of radiologist-defendant at trial; Risk management
- Missed diagnosis: Missed diagnosis; Reading too many examinations
- Communication and records: Radiology reports; Communication of radiologic findings; Release/storage of images; Medical records; Confidentiality
- Radiology practice and specific procedures: Consent; DNR; Barium enema; Breast imaging; Interventional; Ionic vs non-ionic contrast; Sedation and anesthesia; Medical devices; Pregnant patient; CT screening
- Electronic imaging: Teleradiology; E-mail; PACS
- Governmental/regulatory: Credentialing and peer review; Infected/substance abuse-impaired; Fraud and abuse; Professional courtesy; Sexual harassment; ERISA.