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Introduction to management: Organization and Management of Health Services (OMHS) in Malaysia

Saimy I, Ghani SN, Teoh ST

Med J Malaysia, 2002 Dec;57 Suppl E:99-101.
PMID: 12733202
Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management, Medical*
A study on the severity and prevention measures of COVID-19 among dental professionals in clinical practice management

Das G, Ahmed S, Ahmed AR, Tirth V, Jamil S, Muhammad AA, et al.

Work, 2021;70(2):387-393.
PMID: 34657847 DOI: 10.3233/WOR-213602

BACKGROUND: Medical professionals, especially dental professionals, have been adversely affected by the pandemic of COVID-19 due to an increased chance of exposure to patients because of close contact during treatments.
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to evaluate knowledge about the disease and assess ways of precautions to be taken during the pandemic.
METHODS: A questionnaire was developed and registered at Google Forms. The study population included dental practitioners, working in hospitals and clinics. A total of 495 dental practitioners from 14 different countries across the world responded. Most dentists were aware of the required modifications in the management of patients. The points allotted for each correct/best answer by participants for a group of questions regarding each component (Knowledge, Perceptions, and Practices) were added/summed to generate an overall score for each of the three components.
RESULTS: Both univariate and multivariate analysis employed for the evaluation of results. Moreover, the total practice score was significantly associated with gender and sector of practice. Multivariable analysis model using multiple linear regressions was formulated by including those variables which were significant at the univariate stage. Hence, the practice sector was the only variable found to be significantly associated with the total knowledge score (p-value

Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management*
Medico-legal aspects of histopathology practice

Ong BB, Looi LM

Malays J Pathol, 2001 Jun;23(1):1-7.
PMID: 16329541

Medico-legal problems experienced by histopathologists differ from those of other clinicians as they are rarely in direct contact with patients. Nevertheless, the pathologist owes a duty of care to the patient and is liable for medical negligence. In the absence of local guidelines, it is prudent to follow guidelines published by learned Colleges elsewhere. This is also true when delegating duties to non-pathologists, technical and other support staff. Errors in diagnosis and documentation pose the most common problems in histopathology. In this, liability also depends on many factors including the provision of adequate clinical information by clinicians and competence of laboratory staff. Clinicopathological discussions, participation in quality assurance programmes and adherence to standard operating procedures are important audit activities to minimize and detect errors as well as prevent grievous outcome to patients. Issues also arise over the retention of specimens and reports. In general, wet, formalin-fixed tissues should be kept until histopathological assessment is finalized and preferably after clinicopathological sessions, and even longer if there is potential litigation. Reports should be archival. Paraffin blocks should be kept for at least the lifetime of the patient, and histology slides for at least 10 years, to facilitate review and reassessment. Despite adverse publicity in the foreign press over the use of human organs and tissues for research and education, it is accepted that processed tissues can be used for research and educational purposes provided the patient's identity is kept confidential. Nevertheless, it would be prudent to revise consent forms for surgery and autopsies to include the possibility that tissues removed can be stored or used for research and education. Good medical practice in pathology encourages a willingness to consult colleagues when in doubt, but advises that the treating clinician be informed if histopathological material is referred away for a second opinion. The Telemedicine Act of Malaysia (1997) requires practitioners outside Malaysia providing diagnosis through telepathology to hold a certificate to practice telemedicine issued by the Malaysian Medical Council. It is likely that the medico-legal scene in histopathology will change in the coming years with the advent of other new ancillary investigative techniques.

Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management, Medical/legislation & jurisprudence*
Guidelines on retention of pathology records and materials, Part I (version 1/2005)

College of Pathologists, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia, Ministry of Health Malaysia

Malays J Pathol, 2005 Jun;27(1):51-6.
PMID: 16676694
Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management, Medical/standards*
Dentists' attitudes toward auxiliaries in Malaysia

Razak IA, Lind OP

Community Dent Health, 1994 Mar;11(1):24-8.
PMID: 8193979

A postal questionnaire survey concerning dentists' attitudes toward auxiliaries in Malaysia resulted in a 73.1 per cent response rate. The result of the study indicates that whilst the majority of the dentists agreed that dental auxiliaries usually increase productivity and permit the dentists to devote more time for more challenging tasks, a majority felt uncomfortable to be held accountable for the performance of auxiliaries. A majority of the dentists agreed that dental auxiliaries work best under direct supervision. The perceived value of the auxiliaries was more positive among public sector dentists as compared to private practitioners. Almost three-quarters of the dentists were positive towards legalising properly trained auxiliaries to work in private practice performing mainly preventive procedures. The implications of these findings relative to existing regulations, mode of practice and the future prospect in the delivery of oral health care are discussed.

Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management, Dental/economics
Soft skills and dental education

Gonzalez MA, Abu Kasim NH, Naimie Z

Eur J Dent Educ, 2013 May;17(2):73-82.
PMID: 23574183 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12017

Soft skills and hard skills are essential in the practice of dentistry. While hard skills deal with technical proficiency, soft skills relate to a personal values and interpersonal skills that determine a person's ability to fit in a particular situation. These skills contribute to the success of organisations that deal face-to-face with clients. Effective soft skills benefit the dental practice. However, the teaching of soft skills remains a challenge to dental schools. This paper discusses the different soft skills, how they are taught and assessed and the issues that need to be addressed in their teaching and assessment. The use of the module by the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya for development of soft skills for institutions of higher learning introduced by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia.

Matched MeSH terms: Practice Management, Dental