Risk Management and Informed Consent

Program Description

Informed consent is a risk exposure for physicians, in particular OB/GYN specialists. Regular review of informed consent law and concepts and education on a thorough consent process can help mitigate this exposure. This presentation will cover these concepts and offer suggestions for improving the process.

Objectives

After completing this activity, learners will be able to:

• Identify who may give consent.
• Identify the types of treatment a minor is authorized to consent without parental authorization.
• Recall two elements of the informed consent process.
• Apply method to imporve the consent process.

Disclosure

No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests.

Faculty

Carol Murray, RHIA, CPHRM, CPPS, Patient Safety Risk Manager II, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company

Kelly Hughes-Iverson, Esq., Goodell DeVries

Continuing Education Credit

The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.

The Doctors Company designates this activity for a maximum of one and one half (1.5) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only those credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclaimer

The information and guidelines contained in this activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes and should be used as a reference guide only.

Contact Us

If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call (800) 421-2368, extension 1243.