Professional liability in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus: the next decade (2014-2023)

A comprehensive review of the initial 25-year experience of Ophthalmic Mutual Insurance Company claims in the field of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus was reported in 2015. The current report is a retrospective analysis of 28 new closed claims arising from 22 cases in the decade since that study. The frequency of claims declined during the study period, although claim severity continued to be high. Successes and new areas for risk management were identified. Ophthalmologists may use this information to supplement the findings of the prior study to improve quality of care for patients in this population.