Preparing medical residents for a career in medicine
Since 2004, COPIC has partnered with medical residency programs to offer this rotation program that provides an inside look at the realities of medical liability issues in health care through an active, case-based format.
COPIC's Resident Rotation is an educational program that explores the integration of patient safety, communication, systems, disclosure, medicolegal aspects, and the review of in-progress and closed case studies. Participation in this rotation provides residents with knowledge about the factors which can lead to a medical liability lawsuit, as well as the factors which determine defensibility in a lawsuit.
Attendees meet with key staff members at COPIC to gain awareness of how this aspect of health care may impact their medical practice. The goal is to provide a unique, informative experience that promotes transparency in the way a medical professional liability insurance company operates as well as a solid foundation in understanding how they can minimize risks. In addition, COPIC offers other opportunities for residents.
- Practice Essentials Program—A one-day seminar designed to provide residents with a glimpse into life-after residency. Topics include: assessing practice opportunities, financing and investment basics, contracts, business accounting, medical liability insurance, and rural practice opportunities.
- Academy for Emerging Leaders in Patient Safety: The Telluride Experience—A week-long educational experience during which participants discuss and explore patient safety issues and risk reduction strategies. COPIC is proud to award scholarships to selected residents to attend.
