OVERVIEW
This course is designed to assist the dental practitioner in minimizing
their chances of a lawsuit or Dental Board investigation through
the use of effective risk management techniques.
OBJECTIVES
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Learn the top three reasons dental offices are at risk for lawsuits.
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Understand how the utilization of risk management techniques can
dramatically decrease the risk of a lawsuit.
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Be able to identify issues in your own practice which will reduce
the risk of a Dental Board investigation.
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Identify the essential elements which must be in every dental record
to allow you to comply with Dental Board Rules.
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Learn the steps which must be taken to increase your chances of a
favorable outcome in a Dental Board investigation.
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Understand the documentation issues which can reduce your exposure
from investigations by other State and Federal agencies.
PRESENTER
EDWARD P. “JOE” WALLER, JR., D.D.S., J.D., received his
dental degree from St. Louis University School of Dentistry in 1969
and his law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law
in 1990. He is an attorney with the law firm of Brin & Brin in
San Antonio, Texas. His practice is focused on the defense of hospitals,
physicians, and dentists in medical and dental malpractice lawsuits.
Dr. Waller also frequently represents dentists in investigations
and hearings before the State Board of Dental Examiners.
TIME
Check-in & Breakfast: D.S. Cafeteria, 8:00 AM
Program: Friday, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
LOCATION
The University of Texas Health Science Center
at San Antonio, Dental School
TUITION
Dentist: $125.00
CREDIT (Course Code: 126371A)
AGD Code: 550 Hours: 3
SPECIAL FEE OFFER
Register for the morning program and receive a 30% discount on the
afternoon Texas Brief. Lunch is included for the participants attending
both sessions. |
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