June 20th 2024
This month's Legal Eagle column explores if a dermatologist can be sued for charging a fee for providing medical records in a lawsuit.
June 19th 2024
From a financial perspective, the change from resident to attending dermatologist may be profound.
June 8th 2024
Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, discusses contracts, work environments, and more with SDPA presenter and past president Gina Mangin, MPAS, PA-C.
May 31st 2024
Terry Arnold, PA-C, shared his journey and advice for PAs and NPs looking to transition out of a clinical practice.
May 22nd 2024
This month's Legal Eagle column examines if patients have a legal property right to health care, given public funding of medical education.
Your Home Is Your Castle: How to Protect It and Its Equity From Potential Lawsuits
Some states offer great homestead protection, but most provide an inadequate shield. Learn how to protect your greatest assets.
New Infinity Dermatology and Well Revolution Partnership Expands Dermatology Access in New York
Care Messenger helps to expand care delivery and respond to growing patient needs without placing additional strain on clinicians.
Why Dermatology PAs and NPs Are More Needed Than Ever After Walmart’s Health Care Fail
Dermatology PAs and NPs continue to address the demand-supply mismatch in dermatologic care and can significantly bring their skills within the primary care model.
Is Your Texting as Caring as Your Bedside Manner?
Test your knowledge to see if your patients would consider you an efficient texter.
My Colleague Has Defamed Me Online: What Can I Do?
What are your rights in the instance a colleague defames you online or on social media? David Goldberg, MD, JD, shares legal advice in our April issue.
Tax-Loss Harvesting: An Important Tactic Every Dermatologist Should Consider
To properly execute loss harvesting and reinvestment properly, without running afoul of Internal Revenue Service rules, it is crucial that one works with a professional adviser experienced in these matters.
Shanna Miranti, MPAS, PA-C, Shares Highlights From Diversity in Dermatology Meeting
Miranti presented tips on handling denial hurdles and how to ensure patients receive access to the treatments they need.
Melanoma and the Wrong Site
In this month's Legal Eagle column, learn about the liabilities and how to prevent wrong-site procedures.
Pre- and Postemployment Contract Review: Safeguard Your Interests
By understanding employment contract essentials, dermatologists can ensure that their employment contract protects their interests and supports their career goals.
Navigating Finances in Dermatology: Top 5 Considerations for Dermatologists
In an exclusive interview with Gary Dudzik, he shared top 5 considerations dermatology clinicians should have when choosing financial services for their practices and overall financial goals.
Tips for Approaching Challenging Interactions and Communications With Patients
Jason S. Reichenberg, MD, MBA, FAAD, shares tips for improving interactions and communications at the 2024 AAD Annual Meeting.
AAD is More Than Just a Conference
Neal Bhatia, MD, shares his insights on successfully navigating AAD and his session highlights on office politics.
Delivering on Diversity in Clinical Trials: Getting Started
Susan Taylor, MD, believes in training more investigators that serve diverse populations to enhance clinical trials. Here are a few resources to get started in clinical trials.
I Am Not Being Paid to Treat Actinic Keratoses: How Could That Be?
This month's Legal Eagle column highlights the tension between cost control measures and concerns about patient care in the context of health care spending and the increasing prevalence of actinic keratoses
Key Considerations for Dermatology Practices Investing in New Equipment
Although new equipment can enhance the capabilities and profitability of a dermatology practice, the decision to make such an investment is a significant one.
How to Handle Social Media Retaliation
A patient's social media post has gone viral and has been seen by thousands. Dr Derm is concerned this malicious act may ruin his career. What can he do?
New Year Report Card for Dermatologists and Their Practices
This article delves into 5 critical areas that dermatologists should focus on for a comprehensive 2024 report card.
Can I Ask About Gun Ownership for My Safety?
Dr Derm has recently been sued by a patient for simply asking the question “Do you own a gun?” He seeks legal advice.
Resiliency: A Fundamental Success Factor in Any Financial Plan
Check out these 5 factors that can significantly impact a dermatologist’s financial plan and should therefore incorporate flexibility and resiliency to structure the plan for long-term success.
I Was in a Hurry, and I Was Sued
As more dermatology clinicians find themselves increasingly exhausted, being in a hurry can lead to legal repercussions.
Why Dermatologists Are Not Average Investors
This article compares physicians in general to average US investors in several key areas and examines how these factors affect a dermatologist’s approach to investing and wealth management.
Enhancing the Patient Experience Through Addressing Pain Points and “Being Extra”
Joe Cari, MPAS, PA-C, spoke to SDPA Fall Conference attendees about the importance of maximizing the patient journey from arrival to check out and beyond.
Consequences of Lying on the Witness Stand: Are There Any for Dermatology Expert Witnesses?
Preposterous opinions are not considered perjury. Fictional factual claims may be actionable as perjury.
Understanding Your Investment in a Financial Adviser
It is important to know about any and all fees one is being charged because the transparency of the fee is a sign of an ethical business model.
She Was Not 18. Could She Give Informed Consent?
Mature minor statutes exist in most jurisdictions, but courts struggle with balancing the wishes of the adolescent with the need to show they fit into one of the exceptions to the general rule.
The Retirement “Red Zone”: What You Need to Know to Score Financially
Experts explain tactics that should be employed during the “retirement red zone” to allow for a financially successful retirement.
5 Ways to Negotiate the Best Physician Employment Contract
There are simple tools that can help us achieve the best employment contract.
5 Money Mistakes Dermatologists Make and How to Avoid Them
David Mandell, JD, MBA, is here to help ensure new and novice clinicians understand the impact of taxes, lifestyle creep, investment plans, and more.
Disclosing Physician Health: What Is Required?
In this month's Legal Eagle, learn what clinicians are required to disclose about their personal health ahead of performing procedures.
4 Key Tools to Protect Personal and Practice Assets
Discover why exempt assets, tenancy by the entirety, limited liability companies, and trusts can be key tools in finance management.