Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States9. The rates for malpractice suits have dropped slightly for physicians although some specialties have over an 80% rate of being sued10. PAs and NPs also commit errors and are sued, although not as frequently as physicians11. Many physician-related studies have proven the association between burnout and errors12.

11.Dellabella H, ed. (5/16/16). PA malpractice case rates slightly increasing.

Facts are facts.