Problems with Aging Physicians

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Deadline: July 16, 2020 | Date: July 16, 2020

Venue/Country: Online event, U.S.A

Updated: 2020-05-25 21:08:44 (GMT+9)

Call For Papers - CFP

Practicing medicine is not like other jobs that have a tradition of retirement at age 65. Physician shortages fuel support for physicians seeking to continue their careers indefinitely. Patient safety is paramount, but is it served by applying an age limit to medical staff membership and clinical privileges?

If so, what is the magic number?

Why you should Attend: Can medical staffs and hospitals place restrictions on physicians based on age?

Should hospitals and medical staffs place restrictions on physicians based on age?

Can physicians sue, alleging discrimination and civil rights violations?

Areas Covered in the Session:

Age Restrictions on Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges

State Laws affecting physician age restrictions

Federal laws affecting physician age restrictions

Accreditation requirements related to age-based credentialing

Implementation of age-based screening

Eligibility for peer review protection

Who Will Benefit:

Medical Staff President/Chief of Staff

Bylaws Committee

Credentialing Committee

Chief Medical Officer

Vice President of Medical Affairs

Chief of Staff

Director of Medical Staff

Medical Staff Attorney

Hospital Counsel

Medical Staff Manager

Credentialing Specialist

Human Resources Professionals

Elizabeth A. Snelson - MentorHealthSpeaker Profile

Elizabeth Snelson works for medical staffs and medical societies across the country. Medical staff bylaws are a primary focus of her practice. She also handles "disruptive practitioner" procedures, peer review problems, and other compliance matters.