West Virginia University Hospitals Top Value and Reputation
West Virginia University Hospitals offer medical residents an opportunity to participate in several aspects of physician life, including research and skills training. Residents are also given a chance to work in research, learn from highly talented and respected physicians and healthcare professionals, and get hands-on patient experience.
To ensure they are creating a safe space for learning and healing to occur simultaneously, the hospital will give medical residents copies of policies and procedures it expects them to uphold. If a medical resident is accused of violating one of these policies, they will be referred for disciplinary action.
It is important to remember, though, that these proceedings can be defended against. To guarantee the best possible outcome for your case, call the Education Law Team at the Lento Law Firm today.
Medical Resident Policies at West Virginia University Hospitals
West Virginia University Hospitals, like most hospitals, are dedicated to providing their patients with safe, empathetic, and advanced care. They focus on training medical residents who are committed to providing evidence-based care and who understand that learning is a lifelong process.
When the residents do a good job, it has a positive reflection on the hospital. So, if a medical resident violates the outlined policies and procedures, hospitals must discipline them for fear of having other residents behave the same way.
At West Virginia University Hospitals, they require their residents to abide by a Code of Professionalism. This code states that residents must:
- Act responsibly and be trustworthy when providing their care.
- Always be prompt and prepared for work.
- Take ownership of their assignments.
- Report to duty or class on time and prepared.
- Keep their appointments.
- Be receptive to constructive criticism.
- Admit their mistakes
- Refrain from lying, cheating, or stealing.
- Avoid misrepresenting themselves or their skills.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Act maturely.
- Be accountable for their actions.
- Be respectful and not judgmental.
- Respect others and their feelings.
- Listen before acting.
- Try to improve themselves.
- Follow the dress code.
- Enhance their conflict management skills.
- Complete their assignments and clinical work on time.
Risks of Violating the West Virginia University Hospitals Medical Resident Policies
After a medical resident is accused of violating WVU Hospitals' policies, they may find that it has a negative effect on other areas of their lives. For instance, if they are found responsible for the conduct, they could be suspended or expelled from the program. If they decide that they want to pursue the rest of their residency elsewhere, they will have to explain these punishments to every admissions committee, which can make it hard to gain admission to the new program.
Additionally, residents who are removed from their programs are still expected to pay back any loans they took out. Most medical students have considerable loans to pay back, and without the cushion of a physician's income to help, it will be difficult to repay them. This reality can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable, leading medical residents down the path of mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and self-loathing. It can also impede their ability to move forward in their lives, preventing them from making money to dealing with their mental health.
Medical residents should always choose to work with a medical defense attorney advisor who has extensive experience in this area and can prevent such harsh consequences. Call today for help.
Protective Procedures for West Virginia University Hospitals Medical Residents
Hospitals must ensure their patients and staff are protected from adverse interactions. As such, when a medical resident is suspected of violating their policies and procedures, the hospital is focused on fixing the issue. To do so, they will initiate an informal interview with the accused resident to determine if there is any evidence that supports the violation claim. If during the interview, they determine there is, they will schedule a hearing.
Accused medical residents are expected to show up prepared to defend themselves at the hearing. An appropriate and successful defense will include gathering relevant evidence and witnesses to support your argument. All medical residents have the option to work with an attorney advisor who can better prepare them for the hearing.
Once the medical resident has presented their argument and the hospital has presented theirs, both parties will have an opportunity to cross-examine the others' evidence and witnesses. The hearing concludes when the committee retreats to another area to review the information privately. They will determine whether, based on the evidence presented, the medical resident is responsible for the accused conduct and, if so, what sanction should be imposed.
Generally, these decisions will be mailed to the accused student. If they determine you are responsible for the violation, the decision letter should also include steps for appealing the decision.
Winning Representation for West Virginia University Hospitals Medical Residents
Getting into a medical residency is a huge fete for any medical school graduate. It is an exciting time where knowledge and practice come together to help you hone the skills you will need for success in the medical profession. Unfortunately, the stress and anxiety that arises in medical residences can overwhelm even the most prepared resident, causing them to act out of turn. When this happens, the best way to combat disciplinary action is to work with a medical resident attorney advisor.
Joseph D. Lento is a highly skilled Attorney Advisor whose understanding of residency misconduct is unmatched. He will work diligently to gather relevant evidence and witnesses with the intention of building a strong defense on your behalf. He will also work with the hospital to ensure you have every chance to complete your residency later, if necessary. Remember, you do not have to weather this storm alone. Call 888-535-3686 today or schedule a consultation online.
