2010 AAO Annual Session Risk Management Programs
Three separate risk management programs will be presented during the 110th AAO Annual Session. They are sponsored by the AAO Council on Insurance and the AAO Insurance Company (AAOIC)(aRRG). Each will focus on a specific group:
Risk management Program for Residents/New Orthodontists
Residents/New Doctors program--Friday, April 30, 2010, 2-5 pm. Continuing Ed. credit: 3 hours. Do not draw a claim at the beginning of your career. From the new doctor's choice of practice to the quality of his/her work, this program will address malpractice hazards and suggest activities and behaviors that will expose you to the least possible risk. The seminar will be presented by AAOIC's Claims Manager; an orthodontist experienced in reviewing and evaluating malpractice claims; a defense attorney who handles dental malpractice litigation.
* If you cannot attend a program, to earn a 10% premium discount purchase a program DVD from the AAO online store. View the program, complete the enclosed examination, and submit to Jennifer Wuebbles, in the enclosed envelope.
Doctors’ Risk Management Program
The Doctor's Program--Saturday, May 1, 2010, 8:30-11:30 am. Continuing Ed. credit: 3 hrs. No orthodontist enjoys having a malpractice claim. From creating thorough records to learning effective communication techniques, experts will tell you how to practice defensively to minimize your risk. The speakers will be AAOIC's Claims Manager; an orthodontist who reviews and evaluates orthodontic malpractice claims; a defense attorney who handles dental malpractice litigation. AAOIC insured's who attend the entire event will receive a certificate to present for 10% professional liability insurance premium discount.
* If you cannot attend a program, to earn a 10% premium discount purchase a program DVD from the AAO online store. View the program, complete the enclosed examination, and submit to Jennifer Wuebbles, in the enclosed envelope.
Risk Management for the Orthodontic Staff
Orthodontic Staff program—Sunday, May 2, 2010, 9:15-10:45. Cont. Ed. credit: 1.5 hrs This program will address staff's involvement in creating and preventing malpractice claims. The speaker is Elizabeth Franklin, Claims Manager, AAOIC (RRG)
* If you cannot attend a program, to earn a 10% premium discount purchase a program DVD from the AAO online store. View the program, complete the enclosed examination, and submit to Jennifer Wuebbles, in the enclosed envelope.
