Are you a legal nurse consultant curious about spine surgery complications?
We are thrilled to present to you the groundbreaking video training session, Complications with Spine Surgery – Impact, Cost and Legal Issues, designed specifically for legal nurse consultants like you. Spinal complications are often the stuff of nightmares, leaving us wondering if they were anticipated outcomes or unexpected setbacks. The impact of these complications varies significantly, affecting not only the cost of treatment but also the health-related quality of life for patients.
This is the perfect solution for you!
In this video training, we explore spine surgery complexities, examining expected and unexpected issues, and emphasizing their impact on case assessment. We use real case studies to gain insights from orthopedic spine surgeons and nursing professionals, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of this subject
Meet the Experts: Distinguished Presenters in Their Fields
Dr. Sigurd H. Berven
Chief of Spine Service at the University of California San Francisco and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Berven's clinical interests revolve around pediatric and adult deformity, degenerative conditions of the spine, spinal tumors, and spinal trauma.
With his extensive research projects and wealth of experience, Dr. Berven brings invaluable insights to the training.
Barbara J. Levin
Barbara is a Clinical Scholar of the orthopedic trauma unit at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Barbara's expertise extends to various legal nursing topics, and she has collaborated with Patricia Iyer on several publications.
As the Past Chair of the Massachusetts Board of Registered Nurses and the former President of the AALNC, Barbara's knowledge and experience as an expert witness are second to none.
Implications of Delayed Diagnosis:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the implications that arise from delays in timely diagnosing postoperative spine surgery complications. Explore the far-reaching effects of such delays on patient outcomes and potential legal ramifications.
Role of Medical Records:
Discover why medical records play a crucial role when reviewing potential spine malpractice cases. Learn how to effectively analyze these records to uncover critical information that could significantly impact the outcome of a case.
Anticoagulation and Complications:
Explore the challenges faced by spine patients who use anticoagulation medication. Understand how the late onset of complications in these individuals can result in long-term cost implications. Acquire the knowledge necessary to navigate these cases with confidence.
Invest in Yourself
This video training is an opportunity to expand your expertise and stay at the forefront of the legal nurse consulting field. By immersing yourself in the insights and case studies presented by Dr. Sigurd Berven and Barbara J. Levin, you will gain a deep understanding of spine surgery complications, their impact, and the associated legal issues.