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Member-policyholders and guests learn best practices for preventing workplace violence at risk management seminar

Medical Mutual recently hosted a highly successful risk management seminar on workplace violence in the healthcare setting. The event, held on June 13 at the Harraseeket Inn, saw over 60 healthcare professionals—practice managers, various patient safety, risk and quality personnel, physicians and hospital administrators—gather to gain valuable insights on this critical issue. Renowned national speaker Monica Cooke, an expert in the field of behavioral health and workplace violence, led the engaging and informative discussion.

Cooke's expertise in this area made her the ideal speaker for the seminar. With her extensive knowledge and experience, Cooke provided attendees with perspectives and practical strategies to address workplace violence in healthcare settings. The seminar received significant praise from attendees, who commended Cooke's expertise and the insightful content of the program. One participant expressed, "I always have a new takeaway after listening to Monica." This feedback highlights the value and relevance of the information shared during the seminar, emphasizing its impact on attendees' professional growth and ability to navigate workplace violence challenges.

The seminar served as a platform for healthcare professionals to come together, exchange knowledge, and discuss best practices for managing and preventing workplace violence. The engagement and participation from such a diverse group of professionals created a rich learning environment.

"It's a pleasure to connect directly with our members and medical professionals in the local community,"said John Doyle, Medical Mutual Vice President of Marketing and Administration. "Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this event."

Doyle added that Medical Mutual's commitment to hosting seminars on timely, substantive topics demonstrates the Company's dedication to promoting risk management and ensuring a safe environment for healthcare professionals. He said by providing access to experts like Monica Cooke, healthcare professionals become empowered with the knowledge and tools necessary to address workplace violence effectively.

All members of Medical Mutual's risk management team were on hand at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport for the department's annual risk management seminar, which this year focused on preventing workplace violence in healthcare settings. From LR: Sherryann St. Pierre, Thom Goodwin, Andrea Lopez, Alicia LaRoche, Guest Keynote Speaker Monica Cooke, Lou Anne McLeod, Beth Bunker-Anderson and Michelle Boucher.