AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course no CME-NEW! Risk Management Considerations in Caring for Elite Athletes

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The video transcript emphasizes the importance of risk management considerations for elite athletes and compares them to general risk management considerations. The speaker highlights the need to protect oneself and one's practice through risk management strategies such as document, communicate, build relationships, and establish consistent protocols. They mention that while it is impossible to eliminate all risks, evaluating and prioritizing them is essential. The legal considerations for risk management vary by geographic jurisdiction, and it is crucial to understand and comply with the specific laws in the operating area. The speaker discusses different state provisions, such as caps on damages, to illustrate the varying legal landscape. Proper documentation and contemporaneous note-taking are emphasized as crucial for risk management and providing favorable evidence in case of lawsuits. Effective communication and establishing trust with patients, as well as involving trusted team members, are emphasized. The transcript concludes by highlighting the benefits of investing in risk management, improving patient care, decreasing lawsuits, and minimizing adverse outcomes. It also offers tips for contesting liability and causation if incidents arise. The importance of understanding the context and seeking good advice before incidents occur is emphasized, along with the reminder that healthcare professionals are elite and should continue their work. No credits were mentioned in the transcript.

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Presented by Charline K.Gipson

Keywords

risk management considerations

elite athletes

general risk management

legal considerations

proper documentation