In this paper we present a general model that enables us to better understand the decision made by physicians about the level of medical care provided to their patients when faced with a probability of suit in case of harm done to the patient as a result of the treatment. We first describe the...

Technology refers to the body of knowledge concerning the conversion of inputs into outputs. The health-care system produces health-care services. Health-care services in turn, in conjunction with the activities of the patient, her genetic endowment, and a considerable amount of random...

The production of clinical practice guidelines to help physicians provide optimal care has to be fundamentally rethought if such guidelines are going to be beneficial. The development of practice guidelines has become a priority for policy makers in recent years. However, the authors of this...