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Everyday Oral SurgeryMalpractice Insurance: Defending You and Your License (with Dr. Anthony Spina)Medical professional liability insurance, more commonly known as malpractice insurance, is the most important insurance for oral and maxillofacial surgeons. To explain why this is, we are joined today by Anthony M. Spina, MD, DDS, whose position on the Board of Directors at OMS National Insurance (OMSNIC) makes him the perfect candidate to detail the value of malpractice insurance for medical professionals. Dr. Spina walks us through his journey to becoming a member of OMSNIC’s Board of Directors, his current practice setup, and his definition of malpractice insurance. Then, we learn more about malpractice insurance policies, why OMSNIC is...2024-06-1740 minEveryday Oral SurgeryPreparing for the In-Office Anesthesia Evaluation and Anesthesia Complications (with Dr. Dean DeLuke)In the US, the majority of oral maxillofacial surgeons work in private practice settings, where anesthesia is a mainstay of their practice. This has led to the development of strict in-office anesthesia models, evaluations, and guidelines. Joining us to offer his perspective on preparing for in-office anesthesia evaluations, emergency drills, and more is Dr. Dean DeLuke, an oral maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Richmond, Virginia, and a professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry. In today’s episode, Dr. DeLuke highlights the importance of being well-organized, doing regular emergency dr...2023-11-2735 min
AAOMS On the GoThe Reality of Malpractice Risk for the Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeonWhy the malpractice company you choose is critical to your survival. Cheap insurance is just that. What are the considerations to select your malpractice coverage? The OMSNIC advantage. Expertise and knowledge of the specialty of OMS.2022-12-2800 minEveryday Oral SurgeryThe Art of Note Writing: Ways to Protect YourselfNote writing feels like the bane of every oral surgeon’s existence, but is essential for your protection. Every aspect of your note could be used to help you in a medical-legal situation or hurt you. Today, we are joined by Connecticut-based OMS, David Salomon to discuss how to avoid and combat medical-legal issues with efficient note writing. We talk about the importance of forming good note-writing habits, and what those are, including tips for making the process as painless and efficient as possible. We break down what to include in your notes to avoid medical-legal issues, and share an...2022-08-081h 08Everyday Oral SurgeryPearls for Diagnosing and Treating TMD Patients from the Creator of TMJ Concepts Custom Joints, Dr. Louis MercuriThe etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial pain disorders are frequently challenging, and misdiagnosis and multiple failed treatments are common in this patient population. Today, we are joined by Dr. Louis Mercuri, an experienced oral maxillofacial surgeon, Clinical Consultant for TMJ Concepts, and Visiting Professor at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who has practiced in the state of Illinois for many years. Over his career, Dr. Mercuri has obtained research funding, published extensively, and been invited to lecture locally, nationally, and internationally on subjects related to the diagnosis and non-surgical and surgical management of...2021-09-1548 min
Oral Surgery Admin's Time Out: Practice Management Success Tips103-Referral Process Closed Claim Review with OMSNIC Join OMSNIC's Stephen Pavkovic and SOMSA's Donna Germann as they discuss an OMSNIC closed claim that highlights the role of effective communication within the referral process, including the informed consent process and what to do when you have any questions about a referral's treatment. Visit the podcast page on SOMSA.org to view all OMSNIC resources and a transcript of this episode.2021-07-0629 min