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In Utah, any licensed physician with some general surgical or plastic surgery training can perform cosmetic plastic surgery, regardless of board certification status.

The case highlights the critical importance of vigilant patient monitoring and rapid response to complications during anesthesia administration, even in routine outpatient procedures.

This case emphasizes the crucial role of continuous fetal monitoring and timely intervention during labor, particularly when signs of distress are present.

Timely decision-making in obstetric care is crucial. A delayed C-section resulting in a $120 million malpractice award stresses the importance of prompt action when faced with non-reassuring fetal heart tones.

This article discusses the largest malpractice verdict awarded to an individual over 70 in Illinois, emphasizing the importance of rigorous INR monitoring in anticoagulated patients to avoid severe complications.

The latest findings reveal a significant state-by-state variation in malpractice payments, emphasizing the critical role of proactive patient communication and stringent risk mitigation strategies in minimizing litigation risks.