Introduction

February Grand Rounds – Professionalism Policy: Drafting It and Using It

February 1, 2022 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm (ET)

Not so long ago, inappropriate behavior by a physician would paralyze a Medical Staff.  Physician leaders didn’t have the tools to address behavioral concerns and they worried that taking any action would result in a lawsuit.

Times have changed. Physician leaders can now confidently help colleagues improve their behavior and create a culture of safety at the hospital while minimizing legal risk. It’s a matter of having the right policies – and knowing how to use them.

Professionalism Policies should address at least the following issues:

  • The definition of “inappropriate conduct.” Among other things, should issues related to COVID-19 be addressed?
  • Following up with individuals who file a report
  • Using a triage process to promptly address less significant concerns
  • Coordinating efforts and sharing information with the practitioner’s “employer”
  • Obtaining input from the practitioner under review
  • Developing “Voluntary Enhancement Plans” to help practitioners improve their behavior
  • Recognizing and addressing unique concerns raised by sexual harassment and other “identity-based” harassment

Join Phil Zarone and Lauren Massucci as they discuss these issues and more.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will be able to identify key provisions that should be included in their Professionalism Policies.
  • Participants will learn practical tips for implementing their Professionalism Policies.
  • Participants will learn how to create effective Voluntary Enhancement Plans to address behavioral issues.

Education Credit

Instructions on how to obtain your Continuing Education certificate for audio conferences will be e-mailed to the contact person for your organization at the conclusion of this audio conference.

Category 1 CME

Joint Provider Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and HortySpringer Seminars.  The University of Pittsburgh is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution.  The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CEUs Credit

Other health care professionals are awarded 0.1 continuing education units (CEUs), which is equal to 1 contact hour.

NAMSS Continuing Education Credit

This course has been approved for National Association of Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) continuing education credit and NAMSS hereby awards 1.0 NAMSS continuing education credits for participation in this activity.  Accreditation of this educational content in no way implies endorsement or sponsorship by NAMSS.

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The information presented during an audio conference and any supplementary materials provided to registrants are intended for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing contained therein is to be considered as the rendering of legal advice for specific cases or circumstances.

No one should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information presented during an audio conference without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer practicing as permitted by applicable laws, regulations or rules of professional conduct. No attorney-client relationship is formed by registration for an audio conference or the use of the supplementary materials.

About Grand Rounds

Designed for even the busiest hospital and medical staff leaders, registration for the year-long series is a quick and inexpensive way for Medical Staff Officers, members of the Medical Executive Committee, Department Chairs, Chairs of the Credentials and Peer Review Committees, and the Chairs of other key Medical Staff committees to have access to the most up-to-date health care information at their fingertips while obtaining valuable CME credits as well.

  • The audio conference series consists of twelve audio conferences spread over the course of the year (one AC/month)
  • Each audio conference is offered the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. (Eastern Time).
  • Registration includes an MP3 containing the audio conference at no additional charge following each conference.
  • CME credit issued for live conference participation only.

Registration

To help your staff and medical professionals adhere to social distancing guidelines, we will waive the extra line fee for up to 3 additional lines so others in your organization are able to safely listen from their home or office.

Audio Conferences/Grand Rounds Registration: $250 and includes:

      • 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™*
      • 1.0 NAMSS continuing education credit*
      • One MP3 recording to share with your staff throughout the year.
      • Three phones lines. You may purchase additional lines for $50/line, per audio conference.

Can’t make the live audio conference? No problem! We offer single MP3 recordings for $250/each (Separate MP3 purchase does not qualify for CME credits. CMEs will only be given for live participation the day of the AC).

*Not all audio conferences will be approved for continuing medical education credits.

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