Hospitals feeling way toward greater transparency - Commercial Appeal

Published: February 13, 2012
by Dr. Manoj Jain

A few years ago at a conference, I learned about a hospital initiative that allowed family members to be present 24/7 with their loved ones, often in the most challenging of environments, such as the intensive care unit.

I was hesitant to accept this practice. Read More

Viewpoint: Good doctor-patient relationship reduces lawsuits - Commercial Appreal

Published: September 06, 2010

My medical partner, a soft-spoken and caring man with more than a decade of clinical experience, has encountered patients who have threatened to sue him.

So when I told him I'd received a letter from a patient's widow who intended to sue me, he suggested I reply with a letter. Read More

Viewpoint: Threat of malpractice lawsuits means medicine is a balancing act - Commerical Appeal

Published: September 05, 2010 

Some months ago at my office, my receptionist handed me a registered letter. The name on the envelope seemed familiar.
"Dear Sir," I read. "Please be advised that this letter serves as official notice that I am considering a potential claim against you in a medical malpractice claim in regard to my husband..." Read More