Problem: Professional Liability & Medical Malpractice
The Medical Staff Coordinator has again called upon your expertise in the area of healthcare law. You have been asked to provide a written discussion on professional liability and medical malpractice. You are asked to provide the information outlined below and use research (at least two sources) to substantiate your discussion.
1) Define liability and malpractice.
2) Summarize the three areas of general liability for which a physician/employer is responsible.
3) Discuss the role and purpose of risk management.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.