Federal panel meeting in Anchorage is told relief is still in school By ROSEMARY SHINOHARA Anchorage Daily News http://www.adn.com A shortage of primary care physicians in Alaska will get worse before it gets better because the best solutions — training more Alaskans to be doctors and teaching them within the state — will take years, […]

The governor talked to members of the county chamber of commerce about his new health care plan. By TOM JOYCE Daily Record/Sunday News http://www.ydr.com <do-not-display-image-not-in-use=file;\governing.com conf=”” mtech6e2.jpg”=”” alt=”” align=”left” hspace=”10″ height=”200/”> Gov. Ed Rendell started an appearance Wednesday night in York by outlining what he sees as some of the absurdities of Pennsylvania’s health care […]

By Rebecca Correa , Staff writer Eagle-Tribune In a unit at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, doctors can make a series of injections called Botox to eliminate wrinkles on the skin in a matter of minutes. About five miles away at another facility, clients can get tattoos removed, liposuction and some of the same Botox procedures […]

With the rise of medical tourism, telemedicine, and global healthcare services, international malpractice insurance is becoming increasingly essential for U.S. physicians. Doctors who treat medical tourists, travel abroad for humanitarian work, or provide telemedicine services to foreign patients must ensure they have adequate coverage to protect themselves from potential legal claims. How International Malpractice Insurance […]

We here at Cunningham Group understand that medical professionals don’t want to pay any more than necessary for great medical malpractice insurance coverage. We know that managing your medical malpractice insurance costs is important for your practice. Fortunately, we’ve helped countless clients find better coverage and avoid costly pitfalls. So, let’s take a moment to […]

The Rhode Island Supreme Court’s decision in Almonte v. Kurl (46 A.3d 1) shed some light on the complexities of medical malpractice claims involving Rhode Island suicide cases and raised important questions about the limits of suicide liability in cases marked by inherent unpredictability. For healthcare providers, particularly those in high-stakes settings like emergency rooms, […]

David Leander and Tim Arnieri are senior agents at Cunningham Group who have earned a reputation among physicians and industry peers as go-to experts for medical malpractice insurance. Both bring deep expertise and a consultative approach to their work, helping solo practitioners, group practices, and healthcare organizations navigate today’s evolving med mal landscape. It’s not […]

The Rise of Medical Spas and Their Unique Insurance Needs Medical spas have experienced rapid growth in recent years, combining traditional spa treatments with medical-grade procedures like Botox, laser treatments, and more. As a result, these businesses face unique medical spa insurance needs that differ from those of typical spas.  Medical spa liability insurance is […]

The physician-patient relationship is built on mutual trust, communication, and responsibility. While most patients uphold these expectations, there are times when a patient’s behavior may compel a physician to consider ending the relationship. Physicians must balance their ethical obligations with protecting their practice from potential liability, as improper termination can lead to abandonment claims and […]