
Navigating Cannabis Wrongful Acts: A Quality Assurance Approach for Medical Professionals
Brad Hunt, Director Risk Resources, Acrisure, LLC
Medical cannabis offers therapeutic potential, but also introduces unique malpractice risks. This presentation will guide physicians and healthcare organizations in minimizing liability exposure by focusing on quality assurance and risk management best practices. We will explore 'Cannabis Wrongful Acts,' informed consent, patient needs, and essential strategies for ensuring quality outcomes. The presentation will provide actionable insights for comprehensive patient evaluation, informed decision-making, risk stratification, and thorough documentation. Attendees will learn how to compliantly and ethically navigate the complex legal landscape of medical cannabis, safeguarding both their practice and their patients.
Brad Hunt is a seasoned expert in healthcare risk consulting, with a particular focus on the medical cannabis industry. As a consultant with Acrisure, he specializes in Medical Trial insurance and Cannabis Wrongful Acts coverage. Brad has been instrumental in pioneering the Cannabis Wrongful Acts insurance market, educating healthcare professionals on emerging risks and developing specialized insurance solutions. He has cultivated strategic partnerships with key organizations such as the Florida Medical Cannabis Group and has been recognized as a thought leader in Cannabis Professional Liability. Brad's expertise extends to helping physicians develop risk management practices in their cannabis medicine practice by ensuring quality outcomes on a repeated basis, proper informed consent and patient waivers of liability and education on Cannabis Wrongful Acts. He has presented at the Florida Medical Cannabis Conference & Exposition in prior years. Brad's in-depth understanding of the cannabis industry and his commitment to minimizing professional liability exposure make him a valuable resource for medical professionals in this evolving field.