Association of simulation training with rates of medical malpractice claims among obstetrician-gynecologists.

Adam C Schaffer; Astrid Babayan; Jonathan S Einbinder; Luke Sato; Roxane Gardner

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Association of simulation training with rates of medical malpractice claims among obstetrician-gynecologists.

October 13, 2021

Schaffer AC, Babayan A, Einbinder JS, et al. Obstet Gynecol. 2021;138(2):246-252.

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Adverse events in obstetrics threaten the safety of both maternal and infant patients. This study identified a significant reduction in malpractice claims among obstetrician-gynecologists after participation in simulation training focused on team training and crisis management.

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