The Venue Rule Change: A Step Back for Pennsylvania

Episode Introduction: In September 2022, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court rescinded the rule for medical liability cases to be handled in the same county the alleged action took place. With venue shopping back on the table for the first time in 20 years, physicians and patients will surely be affected. Tune in to learn more about the venue rule, the court's decision to rescind the rule, and the impact it will have on all Pennsylvanians.   Episode Summary: In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with Mark Monaco, DO, a family physician in Delaware County, and Curt Schroder, executive director of the Pennsylvania Coalition for Civil Justice Reform, who discuss the importance of the venue rule change and why all Osteopathic physicians and their patients should be concerned about this issue.   Key Takeaways: The PA Supreme Court's decision to rescind the venue rule affects all citizens of Pennsylvania. Physicians in all specialties will be affected by the venue rule change. Patients will suffer due to limited access to care. You can make a difference by voting for individuals who are pro-physician.   Find Us: Online: https://www.poma.org/ Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.