Category Archives: Law

Upcoming Seminar: The Ethics of Networking for Law Professionals

Posted on August 26, 2019 by

This September I am co-presenting a seminar at the New York County Lawyers Association and through Lawline at New York Law School with Janet Falk of Falk Communications and Research on the topic “Ethically Strengthen Your Networking Skills.”  During the … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the 9-Year Anniversary of My Practice

Posted on June 27, 2019 by

This month, my practice turns nine. Back when I first began, I was not quite sure where the business would lead me — and I am happy to say that the opportunities I have had surpass anything that I could … Continue reading →

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First Job? Protect Your Career By Asking the Right Questions

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

Practitioners who are close to completing their residency or fellowship often have many questions about their first employment contract and the various clauses within it. I regularly provide educational seminars to residents and fellows at metropolitan hospitals in numerous specialty … Continue reading →

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Tele-Health and Compliance: Important Considerations You Need to Consider

Posted on March 19, 2019 by

Tele-practice is becoming increasingly common. Consultations, as well as tele-health care, are provided via Skype, Zoom or other video-conferencing platforms that preclude the need for geographical proximity between doctor and patient. For practitioners who choose to utilize this type of … Continue reading →

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Ready to Buy a Practice? 3 Guidelines for Practitioners

Posted on February 27, 2019 by

Practitioners who are ready for the next phase of their career — or eager to hit the ground running — may consider purchasing an existing practice. If you are weighing that option, here are some questions and negotiable points to … Continue reading →

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Your Malpractice Insurance: Who Owns the Policy?

Posted on January 25, 2019 by

This past October, MLMIC Insurance Company, one of the largest providers of medical malpractice in New York, became part of Berkshire Hathaway. As a result of becoming a stock company, a sum of money was to be paid out to … Continue reading →

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Practitioners and Social Media: My Selfie Could Be a HIPAA Breach??

Posted on January 3, 2019 by

Social media has become prevalent in every aspect of life. Given this, it is important that practitioners are careful about how they and their employees use social media so as not to violate any HIPAA regulations. The obvious solution is … Continue reading →

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Dissolving Your Practice: Be Careful, Not Hasty

Posted on October 30, 2018 by

When dissolving your practice is time-sensitive, and you need to expediently move on, there are some important things to pay attention to in order to ensure it is done correctly. First and foremost, you can never abandon your patients. There … Continue reading →

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MSO Partnership for Physicians: Be Careful of the Wording in Your Agreement!

Posted on September 28, 2018 by

Practitioners often look to establish Management Service Organizations (MSOs) to help run the business end of a medical practice. Some of these services may include the following: handling payments for office space, providing equipment and supplies, or managing the practitioner’s … Continue reading →

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MSO Partnership for Physicians: Be Careful of the Wording in Your Agreement!

Posted on September 28, 2018 by

Practitioners often look to establish Management Service Organizations (MSOs) to help run the business end of a medical practice. Some of these services may include the following: handling payments for office space, providing equipment and supplies, or managing the practitioner’s … Continue reading →

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