PPM Verdicts & News

Preferred Physicians Medical Announces Paul Lefebvre’s Appointment as Associate Editor of Anesthesia & the Law

PPM — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Overland Park, Kansas — February 13, 2026 — Preferred Physicians Medical (PPM), industry-leading provider of professional liability insurance for anesthesia practices, is proud to announce that Paul Lefebvre, JD has been appointed Associate Editor of PPM’s flagship risk management publication, Anesthesia & the Law.

Anesthesia Alert

PPM — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Adult and pediatric patients of Venezuelan ancestry may carry a mitochondrial gene mutation that correlates with hypersensitivity to volatile anesthetic agents, which can result in severe neurological injuries and death.

Defense Verdict in New York Medical Malpractice Trial

PPM — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Jury rejects allegations that anesthesiologist negligently caused plaintiff’s vocal cord injury

A Medicolegal Primer for Anesthesiologists

PPM — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT

This article from the May 2025 issue of the ASA Monitor features coauthor Brian Thomas, PPM’s Vice President – Claims & Risk Management.The article provides an overview of key legal concepts and considerations relevant to anesthesia professionals, aimed at educating anesthesiologists on how to navigate medicolegal challenges, reduce liability risks, and understand the legal implications of clinical decisions. The article also discusses tort reform, malpractice claims, and strategies for legal preparedness throughout every stage of perioperative care.