Over the course of your career in radiology, there’s a likelihood you may be named in a suit. This is driven by the accessibility of imaging data, limited direct patient interaction, and improved technology that can expose subtle abnormalities. Join medicolegal experts in this medicolegal primer series as they share practical guidance on reducing risk, epidemiology and classification of errors, and malpractice considerations.

In this course, start with Dr. Michael Bruno’s overview of radiologist errors, including their prevalence, types, and contributing factors. He also explores the epidemiology and classification of errors, introduces his Three-Part Error Model, examines the perceptual basis of diagnostic mistakes, and highlights the importance of cultivating a just culture to effectively address them.

Next, follow along as Dr. David Yousem discusses practical strategies to mitigate the risk of litigation and explains key aspects of malpractice insurance to ensure you’re protected in the event of a lawsuit.

There will be detection and interpretation errors in your career; take this course to gain strategies to minimize them!