Mutual Matters: Advancing Safer Care for Patients

MagMutual PolicyOwners:  

As a physician, I know that patient safety is at the core of the quality healthcare you deliver. Since the modern patient safety movement gained momentum more than 25 years ago with the release of the Institute of Medicine’s landmark report, To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health System, we have made significant strides in reducing medical errors, improving outcomes and fostering a culture of accountability. But there is still more to be done. 

At MagMutual, we recognize that protecting patients means equipping healthcare providers with the knowledge, resources and tools they need to deliver the safest care possible. That’s why we are committed to supporting patient safety through carefully selected, data-driven initiatives designed to enhance risk awareness, promote education and provide expert guidance. 

Risk Advice Hub: A Trusted Resource 

Our Risk Advice Hub serves as a central resource where providers can access safety and risk management tools, including risk reports, UpToDate and the Learning Center. It also offers quick access to specialty-specific risk drivers and the latest risk advice.   

Risk Reports: Insights for Proactive Prevention 

One of the most effective ways to mitigate risks in healthcare is by understanding where and why they arise. Our specialty-specific risk mitigation reports analyze industry trends using extensive claims data and emerging challenges, providing healthcare professionals with actionable strategies to reduce liability risks. By staying informed, providers can proactively address potential vulnerabilities before they lead to patient harm. 

UpToDate® Subscriptions for PolicyOwners  

As a PolicyOwner, you receive complimentary access to UpToDate, the premier clinical decision support tool linked to improved outcomes for physicians. UpToDate enables healthcare providers to quickly and easily find reliable, evidence-based answers that are continuously updated and reviewed by leading experts. Your access also includes proprietary MagMutual real-time risk reduction strategies delivered at the point of care. 

Learning Center: Education for a Safer Future 

Continuous learning is essential to improving patient safety. Our Learning Center offers a wealth of educational materials designed to keep providers informed and prepared. From interactive courses to in-depth articles and case studies, these resources equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to enhance safety practices and reduce errors. Many of these learning activities also offer CME credits, allowing providers to stay current while fulfilling professional development requirements. 

Patient safety is an ongoing responsibility that requires collaboration, vigilance and education as new information emerges. At MagMutual, we are dedicated to empowering healthcare providers with the tools and knowledge they need to safeguard their patients and practice. By leveraging data-driven insights, expert guidance and comprehensive educational resources, we help create a healthcare environment where patient safety is not just a goal, but a standard. 

Together, we can continue to advance the patient safety movement and make healthcare safer for all. 

Sincerely,
Bill Kanich, MD, JD

Access the Risk Advice Hub here