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Upcoming Meetings and Events
Ethics and Professionalism Webinar Series
Disruptive Physician Issues
January 22nd, 2026 | 6:30PM - 7:30PM CDT
Learn about disruptive physician issues and how they can be raised against even the best of physicians. Karin will discuss certain warning signs, suggest proactive strategies, and discuss best practices to guard against these types of allegations. This session will also discuss how those on peer review committees can understand and best evaluate allegations of disruptive behavior, with good faith and collegiality.
Medical Staff Bylaws: Beyond the Fine Print
February 26th, 2026 | 6:30PM - 7:30PM CDT
Dive into medical staff bylaws, including most common concepts covered and a physician’s typical responsibilities and burdens, which may be surprising when certain issues arise. Karen will explain the legal terminology and language typically used as well as set for practical realities and best practices for physicians. If you are on the medical staff of any hospital or health care facility, don’t miss this session.
Understanding Insurance
March 26th, 2026 | 6:30PM - 7:30PM CDT
Explore various types of insurance important to practicing physicians. Key
insurance concepts, such as “occurrence” versus “claims-made” malpractice policies and “tail” insurance will be discussed on a practical basis. Understanding these important insurance concepts is a “must” for physicians!
Protecting Your Professional Record
April 23rd, 2026 | 6:30PM - 7:30PM CDT
Focus on credentialing, National Practitioner’s Databank, and self-reporting. Karen will also update you on Texas HB 1998, which created new physician reporting requirements passed as a result of the “Dr. Death” case. Understanding these issues and requirements is crucial to protecting your professional record
Past Meetings
2025 Texas Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
November 7 – November 9, 2025
Hilton Austin | Austin, Texas
To claim CME & MOC credit or to generate a certificate of participation you will be asked to first complete an evaluation survey.
2024 Texas Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
November 16 & 17, 2024
San Luis Resort | Galveston, Texas