The focus of the MORE^OB Program is to improve patient safety, reduce clinical risk and events (near misses, incidents, and adverse events), and eliminate the culture of blame.

Did you know that ACOG supports MORE^OB?  The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) supports the expansion of the MORE^OB patient safety program in the U.S. as referenced in the October 2009 edition of ACOG Today.

The RM&PSI is launching MORE^OB pilot programs with hospitals in Michigan, Iowa, and other select locations.

Is Your Quality of Care Being Disrupted? Effectively Dealing with the "Difficult" Practitioner Webinar-on-Demand		Sexual Impropriety and Sexual Misconduct in Health Care: A Guide for Practitioners and Their Organizations Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - 2 p.m., Eastern
Webinar-on-Demand Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00		Live Webinar Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00
This important program will review some of the pitfalls of classic disciplinary measures in coping with difficult practitioners and the need to use a different approach. Practical approaches to the resolution of this issue will be highlighted.		This webinar will examine the definitions and spectrum of sexual misconduct and how this can affect the lives of individual professionals and their health care organizations.  We will explore the critical need to be aware of boundaries, individual behaviors and expert communications with patients.  Additionally, the webinar will examine the need for organizations to develop processes to prevent and investigate allegations of sexual misconduct in an efficient and fair manner.
EMTALA and Obstetrics: Legal Issues and Compliance Strategies Webinar-On-Demand		Doctor, You are Getting Old! Reducing Risks and Enhancing the Benefits of an Aging Physician Workforce Webinar-On-Demand
Webinar-on-Demand Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00		Webinar-on-Demand Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00
EMTALA has specific regulations for hospitals relative to women in active labor. This important webinar will focus on the key elements of this federal regulation that have an impact on obstetrics.		This program will heighten your knowledge of the ways our physician generations differ and provide you with strategies, tools, and ideas for incorporating the older physician into 21st century health care.
Risk Management and Care for the Elderly Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 12 p.m., Eastern		Managing the Patient Experience for the Obese Patient Webinar-On-Demand
Live Webinar Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00		Webinar-on-Demand Price $159.00 MHAIC and WCC Insureds* Only Price: $95.00
This 60-minute webinar will review the factors that increase risk for medical malpractice claims and will recommend practical behavioral techniques that allow medical practitioners to effectively interact with patients and their families in a manner that reduces these risks.  A practical literature-based approach to medical errors with emphasis on the proper use of apology will be presented.  Finally, particular high-risk aspects of providing care to the rapidly growing senior population will be reviewed including a review of how to perform a legally binding medical assessment of a senior’s decision-making capacity.		This presentation will discuss obesity prevalence, facility preparedness, and clinical risks for the obese patient. We will demonstrate the importance of health care team education and sensitivity training in caring for and communicating with the obese patient. Unique risks for small and rural organizations including staffing, equipment, and transportation capabilities will be discussed. The clinical risks of an obese obstetrical pateint will be presented.