Dental Malpractice: The Basics for Louisiana Dentists
Tracking # 20-1258851
Course overview
When a dentist receives a subpoena or notice of a malpractice claim, it can be a shock to the system and an entree into unfamiliar territory. The stress of litigation can impair health and the ability to meet the professional obligations of patient care. This activity seeks to reduce the stress of litigation by orienting the dentist to the basics about claims and the defense process.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Louisiana Board of Dentistry
Dental Hygienist
0.75h
Clinical (pertaining to the actual delivery of dental services to patients)
Dentist
0.75h
Clinical (pertaining to the actual delivery of dental services to patients)
Disclosure statements
The authors, editors, reviewers and planning committee members for this activity have no relevant financial relationships with an ACCME-defined ineligible company to disclose.