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5 Tips for Handling the Media in a Healthcare Crisis

While ready to take on the life and death challenges of their patients, many medical facilities and healthcare providers are ill prepared to deal with a potential onslaught of media during or following a crisis. From media coverage to reputation management to possible litigation, a public relations and media management plan is the best way Continue Reading »

Written on March 11, 2015 at 9:34 pm, by Jackie Johnston

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Do most physicians have a plan for proactive risk management?

Good doctors not only treat what ails their patients, they also educate and encourage their patients to take steps – like nutrition and exercise — that will hopefully prevent illnesses. The same goes for physicians and their practices – smart physicians develop strategies to control risks and improve patient safety. They also plan for the Continue Reading »

Written on March 19, 2014 at 6:01 pm, by Ben Newman

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Managing the Media in Healthcare Crisis Situations.

This is the fourth entry in a series of blog posts covering all aspects of managing the media during a healthcare crisis. Being prepared to handle the media during a crisis is an essential aspect of successful management. In this series we have covered: The initial response and disaster planning. Crisis communications. Selecting and training Continue Reading »

Written on January 16, 2013 at 5:45 pm, by Michelle Foster Earle, Guest Blogger

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Managing the Media in Healthcare Crisis Situations.

This is the third entry in a series of blog posts covering all aspects of managing the media during a healthcare crisis. Being prepared to handle the media during a crisis is an essential aspect of successful management. In this series we will cover: The initial response and disaster planning. Crisis communications. Selecting and training Continue Reading »

Written on November 9, 2012 at 10:41 pm, by Michelle Foster Earle, Guest Blogger

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Managing the Media in Healthcare Crisis Situations.

This is the second entry in a series of blog posts covering all aspects of managing the media during a healthcare crisis. Being prepared to handle the media during a crisis is an essential aspect of successful management. In this series we will cover: The initial response and disaster planning. Crisis communications. Selecting and training Continue Reading »

Written on October 3, 2012 at 10:01 pm, by Michelle Foster Earle, Guest Blogger

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