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Four Ways to Prevent Malpractice Lawsuits

MARY KREBS, MD, FAAFP

FPM. 2025;32(5):7-11.

Author disclosure: no relevant financial relationships.

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Prevention requires a multifaceted approach that includes an understanding of malpractice criteria, excellent patient care, clear communication, and meticulous documentation.

Dr. Krebs is a family physician in Dayton, Ohio, and medical director of strategy for Cohere Health. She teaches residents and medical students at Wright State University. She is a speaker on a variety of medical topics, a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians’ Delegation to the American Medical Association, a member of the FPM Editorial Advisory Board, and president of the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians.

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