Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Neonatology & The Law" conference to their offering.

The 4th Annual Conference on Neonatology & the Law will bring together medical and legal experts and your colleagues from across the country to Las Vegas to discuss an interprofessional approach to treating the critically ill newborn. Join us as we examine the hot spots in medical malpractice litigation related to neonatology and perinatology. The 2017 Neonatology & the Law conference will offer a strong cross-section between clinical updates and legal implications of caring for a neonate.

Conference Highlights

  • Insights into legal issues arising from the evidence-based practice of neonatal/perinatal medicine and nursing.
  • Optional Lunchtime CE Session to discuss what to do when your licensing board comes after you! Discuss practical tips to protect yourself, your career and your license.
  • A program designed specifically for the interdisciplinary team of neonatologists, perinatologists, advanced practice nurses and registered nurses, and physician assistants, as well as medical malpractice attorneys, legal nurse consultants and risk managers.
  • Take an afternoon to experience a live Mock Trial presentation with attorneys and witnesses, allowing attendees to act as the jury and deliberate on a verdict!
  • Participate in a Breakfast Roundtable with Faculty to engage in meaningful discussions with colleagues, faculty members and other attendees on legal and medical hot topics.
  • A variety of learning formats including didactic sessions, faculty panels, interactive concurrent sessions, designated Q&A times.
  • A chance to network and relax in dazzling Las Vegas!

Conference Objectives

  • Apply increased knowledge of the interface between medical care and the legal system in your daily practice.
  • Identify risks associated with discharging the NICU patient, unexpected complications for new technologies, and use and abuse of the Apgar Score.
  • Recognize the evolving legal and financial implications of health care acquired conditions.
  • Identify effective strategies to increase patient safety and quality.
  • Discuss clinical management strategies that reduce complications and risks associated with hypoglycemia, therapeutic hypothermia, respiratory care, hypovolemia and NEC.
  • Explain the basics of a lawsuit and the roles of the parties, attorneys, expert witnesses, judge and jury.

Who Should Attend:

  • Attorneys
  • Case Managers
  • Claims/Risk Managers
  • Clinical Nurse Specialists
  • Hospital Administrators
  • Hospital General Counsel
  • Legal Nurse Consultants
  • Neonatologists
  • Neonatal Nurses/Nurse Practitioners
  • Perinatal Nurses/Nurse Practitioners
  • Perinatologists
  • Physician Assistants
  • Residents

For more information about this conference visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/479knk/neonatology_and