Managing Diagnostic Uncertainty in Everyday Clinical Practice (On-Demand Course)

Managing Diagnostic Uncertainty in Everyday Clinical Practice (On-Demand Course)

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Diagnostic uncertainty is an inherent part of clinical practice, particularly in fast-paced outpatient, inpatient, and virtual care settings. Clinicians must often make treatment decisions with incomplete information while balancing patient safety, resource utilization, and patient expectations.

This on-demand course explores practical frameworks for navigating diagnostic uncertainty across common clinical scenarios. Participants will examine cognitive biases, risk stratification strategies, and evidence-based decision-making tools that support safer, more consistent care. The course also highlights communication techniques for discussing uncertainty with patients and coordinating follow-up plans when definitive diagnoses are not immediately available.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize common sources of diagnostic uncertainty in clinical practice.

  • Identify cognitive biases that influence diagnostic decision-making.

  • Apply structured frameworks to manage uncertainty and reduce diagnostic error.

Samatha Partel, PhD

Physician

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Dr. Samantha Patel is a distinguished physician-scientist specializing in oncology and precision medicine. She earned her MD from Harvard Medical School and a PhD in Molecular Oncology from MIT. Currently, she is the Chief of Oncology at [Prestigious Medical Institution], focusing on personalized treatment plans based on patients' molecular and genetic profiles, particularly in breast and lung cancer. Dr. Patel has over 150 peer-reviewed publications and is known for her work in developing novel immunotherapies and precision medicine approaches that have significantly improved cancer patient outcomes. Her research in tumor microenvironment targeting has been groundbreaking in advancing cancer treatments. In addition to her clinical and research roles, Dr. Patel is a professor of Oncology at [Renowned University], where she mentors medical students, residents, and fellows, and has received multiple teaching awards. She is actively involved in professional organizations like the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), frequently presenting at international conferences and serving on editorial boards for several medical journals. Her contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, including the [Prestigious Award] for innovative research in cancer therapy and the [Renowned Honor] for her leadership in clinical oncology. Dr. Patel's work continues to inspire and drive progress in the fight against cancer, making her a respected and influential figure in the medical community.

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