Medical Emergencies for the Entire Dental Team and Legal Implications for Dental Practitioners

Boston, MA •Wednesday, November 15, 2017 • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

In the morning portion of the course, Dr. Morton Rosenberg will address the prevention and management of medical emergencies in the dental office. Topics will include: preparing your office and team for a medical emergency; emergency drugs and emergency equipment; diagnosis and treatment of the obstructed airway; and management of minor and major emergencies.

The afternoon portion of this course, conducted by Debra Udey, Risk Manager at EDIC, will update participants on malpractice liability. Dentists know that malpractice claims are a reality of the profession. However, knowing what causes claims and how they progress can help in their prevention. Through closed claim presentations, this seminar will explore the anatomy of a claim, the proper way to deal with board inquiries, and how communication and documentation can contribute to better care and decrease one's risk for claims.
Location/Venue
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
Lodging Information
The hotels listed below are within walking distance of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and offer a Tufts rate to program participants. Because rates vary depending on availability, please book your room early.

Courtyard by Marriott
Boston Tremont
275 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Reservations: 800.321.2211
Phone: 617.426.1400
Fax: 617.482.6730
www.CourtyardBostonTremont.com

The DoubleTree Hotel
821 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617.956.7900
Fax: 617.956.7901
www.hiltonfamilyboston.com/downtown

The W Hotel Boston
100 Stuart Street
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: 617.261.8700
Fax: 617.310.6730
www.WHotels.com/boston
Speaker Information
MORTON B. ROSENBERG, DMD Professor and Head, Division of Anesthesia and Pain Control, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Assistant Professor of Anesthesia, Tufts University School of Medicine

DEBRA K. UDEY Risk Manager, Eastern Dentist Insurance Company (EDIC). Ms. Udey has been with EDIC since 2014 and brings over thirty years of dental and medical malpractice insurance experience to the course
Credit Information
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine designates this activity for 6 continuing education credits.

 
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. Approval Date12/15-11/19. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit house by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/goto/cerp.
Cancellation Policy
The Division of Continuing Education reserves the right to end registration when enrollment limit is reached and to cancel, modify, or alter content or faculty for any course if circumstances indicate the need for such a change. If the school finds it necessary to cancel a course, a full refund will be granted. All attempts to contact registrants will be made as soon as possible in the event of a course cancellation. The school will not be held responsible for any losses due to travel arrangements made by the registrant.

In the event of inclement weather (such as a snow emergency) or other extenuating circumstances, the Division of Continuing Education may be forced to cancel a course. If a course has been cancelled, we will contact participants by the phone number and/or email address provided. You may call or email our office on the day of the course if you are uncertain of a course’s status.

Refunds

Full tuition refund or credit will be given for cancellations received at least two weeks prior to course date. Refunds or tuition credit will not be issued for participant no-shows.
Learning Objectives
  • Understand the rationale and composition of emergency drugs, and equipment for anticipated medical emergencies
  • Be able to diagnose acute medical emergencies
  • Review the fundamentals of emergency airway management and BLS-HCP including the use of an AED
  • Identify the potential liability involved in claims
  • Analyze one's practice and employ risk management principles to protect against liability exposure
Target Audiences
Dentists and Staff
Miscellaneous Information
This Risk Management Seminar is sponsored by EDIC.

Attendance at this seminar may count toward a 5% discount on your EDIC Professional Liability Insurance.