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84-year-old MD contests employer's mandatory cognitive tests for older docs.

Authors :
Dotinga, Randy
Source :
Dermatology News; Nov2023, p1-4, 4p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article focuses on the legal and ethical concerns surrounding mandatory cognitive testing for older physicians within healthcare systems. Topics include the lawsuit filed by an 84-year-old ophthalmologist against her employer for alleged violations of anti-discrimination laws, the rise in the number of older physicians, and the debate on whether age-based cognitive testing aligns with federal laws and safeguards patients' well-being.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23767006
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Dermatology News
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
174019536