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Liposuction and the law.
1Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dermatologic Clinics
|July 1, 1990
Summary
Liposuction surgeons can reduce malpractice claims by regularly evaluating office operations and professional conduct. Proactive risk management minimizes lawsuit exposure for physicians and their staff.
Area of Science:
- Medical Malpractice
- Surgical Risk Management
- Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Liposuction surgery is perceived as having a low risk for medical malpractice claims.
- However, individual surgeons can still face potential legal risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline strategies for surgeons to minimize their personal risk of medical malpractice claims.
- To emphasize the importance of comprehensive self-evaluation and facility assessment.
Main Methods:
- Routine, comprehensive evaluation of daily office and surgical facility operations.
- Objective critique of the surgeon's professional behavior and that of employees.
Main Results:
- While complete immunity is not possible, physicians can significantly reduce lawsuit exposure.
- Proactive risk management through self-assessment and operational review is key.
Conclusions:
- Surgeons should implement regular, objective evaluations of their practice to mitigate malpractice risks.
- Minimizing lawsuit exposure requires ongoing insight into professional conduct and facility management.