
- Psychiatric Times Vol 36, Issue 3
- Volume 36
- Issue 3
Portrait of a Psychiatrist: A Relay Handoff
As physicians, the risk of being sued is one of our greatest concerns.
From Self-Portrait to Psychiatric Malpractice Grand Rounds
H. Steven Moffic, MD | Series Chair
As physicians, the risk of being sued is one of our greatest concerns. If we are sued, whether we are legally responsible or not, it is often a major stressor for our self-esteem, sense of competence, and projections of future well-being. Because of that stress and possible shame, let alone the advice of attorneys to stay quiet, there is usually a reluctance to publicly share one’s experience with litigation.
We are indebted to Dr Betwee for self-disclosing his excruciating experience in
Articles in this issue
about 5 years ago
An Invitation: Psychiatric Malpractice Grand Roundsover 6 years ago
THE QUIZ: Chronic Pain and Traumatic Brain Injuriesover 6 years ago
Climate Disruption and the Psychiatric Patientover 6 years ago
Looking at the Past and Forward to the Futureover 6 years ago
The Movie on Your Patient’s Mindover 6 years ago
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