The simple answer to the question of when to terminate a physician-patient relationship is: whenever a conflict arises that is likely to impact the provision of care. Terminating the relationship in a manner that protects both the patient and the physician is the key to reducing potential liability. TH
Patrick O’Rourke works in the Office of University Counsel, Department of Litigation, University of Colorado, Denver.
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