Health Care

Navigating Non-Compete Agreements in Virginia

by G. Wythe Michael We are often asked to draft non-competition and non-solicitation agreements on behalf of various companies and…

7 years ago

Your PCP: An NP or an MD?  Perhaps It’s NBD

The last time you went to the doctor, did you actually see the doctor? A nurse practitioner (NP) is an…

7 years ago

2018 Legislative Update for Healthcare Practitioners

by Nora T. Ciancio Now that the 2018 Virginia General Assembly has concluded, we can report on the status of…

7 years ago

“Must Watch” Healthcare Bills for Virginia Practitioners in 2018

by Nora Ciancio Both the House of Delegates and the Senate have introduced a number of healthcare bills in the…

7 years ago

Discussing Unanticipated Outcomes: Adverse Event Disclosure

We know that medical errors occur. One prominent study published in 1999 reported that at least three percent of all…

7 years ago

Malpractice Suits Related to Electronic Medical Records on the Rise

Electronic medical records (“EMR”) have replaced hard copy, paper records in most health care settings, especially the hospital. While electronic…

7 years ago

When Advance Directives Conflict with Treatment

by A. William Charters and Jeff Kiser Advance Directives provide the most definitive information (other than direct patient conversation, of…

7 years ago

Advance Directives – A Safe Haven When Making Medical Decisions

by A. William Charters and Jeff Kiser Advance Medical Directives are the most prevalent guidance documents seen by hospitals and medical professionals nationwide.…

7 years ago

Jumping on the Telemedicine Bandwagon – Too Risky for Health Care Providers?

by Nora T. Ciancio Telemedicine, once a novel way of providing healthcare services, is now mainstream practice in the United…

7 years ago