by Max Zworth | Apr 24, 2025 | Commentary, Featured, Grand Round Summaries, Physician Wellness
In part 1 of this 2-part series on medicolegal risk in Emergency Medicine, we looked at two legal cases, with a primary focus on civil litigation and college complaints. In this section, we focus on risk assessment, documentation, and advice from lawyers and CMPA...
by Max Zworth | Apr 17, 2025 | Featured, Grand Round Summaries, mental health, Patient Advocacy
On October 17, 2013, 27-year-old Philisha Sutherland was found at home by her parents—lethargic, weak, and slurring her speech. EMS transported her to Sault Area Hospital, where she was assessed by the attending emergency physician, Dr. Booth. Dr. Booth performed a...
