Who Should Attend: Patient Advocates, regardless of background or training
When: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM Eastern Time
Join us 15 minutes early for networking
When Healthcare Goes Wrong
The session will be a discussion led by Ilene Corina, BCPA interviewing attorneys William Burdo, from New York, and Michael Levine from Florida. This program aims to educate patients, patient advocates, and all those who attend on the realities of medical malpractice lawsuits, including clarifying common myths, types of medical injuries attorneys handle, and explaining why lawsuits may not always be the best option.
William T. Burdo, Esq. New York
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William T. Burdo has dedicated his career to representing people who have suffered catastrophic, life-changing injuries resulting from medical malpractice and negligence. He has a well-earned reputation for hard work, preparedness and zealous advocacy on behalf of his clients. His efforts both in and out of the courtroom have consistently produced extraordinary results for a wide range of people from all walks of life; from children, everyday working people and homemakers, to a professional opera singer, a minister, a chess grandmaster, professional athletes, doctors, fellow malpractice attorneys, politicians, television stars and media personalities.
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Mr. Burdo’s mastery of medical malpractice and negligence law has allowed him to amass an impressive list of results on behalf of his clients; Named as a New York State “Super Lawyer" – recognizing him as one of the top 5% of lawyers practicing in the field of medical malpractice.
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Based upon his expertise and impeccable record, Mr. Burdo is frequently called upon by attorneys across the state, as well as from New Jersey and Connecticut, to collaborate on litigation matters and for referral of significant cases.
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Mr. Burdo has been a frequently sought-invited speaker and lecturer on medical malpractice litigation and he has been an active supporter of many consumer and charitable groups throughout his career.
At Pulse we encourage building relationships and learning from the comfort of your own home (or wherever you may be).
Michael Levine, Miami, Florida
Michael is a shareholder with Stewart Tilghman Fox Bianchi & Cain where he represents people and families across Florida in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. Michael has successfully handled cases involving medical malpractice, workplace accidents, product liability, among other cases. Outside of the office, Michael is active in the community, serving on the board of directors of Jewish Community Services of South Florida and helping coach Little League. He is also involved in the legal community, serving as Vice Chair on The Florida Bar’s Civil Procedure Committee and Vice President of the Jewish Lawyers Association of Miami Dade County.
Prior to joining the firm, Michael was a law clerk to United States District Judge Paul C. Huck. Michael graduated with honors from the University of Florida and summa cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law. While in law school, Michael was a member of the University of Miami Law Review and the Charles C. Papy, Jr. Moot Court Board.
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ACES consists of an engaging, virtual 1-hour meeting. The program commences with a presentation by subject experts, followed by a guided group discussion and case studies where participants have the opportunity to share their own experiences. Each session concludes with a brief Q&A period. Participants are encouraged to network and exchange information before and after the session. To gather feedback and insights on meetings, presenters, issues, and future topics, we utilize polls and surveys.
Join us in helping to find speakers for an ACES session and be a part of an engaging discussion on healthcare topics that matter.
Pulse program ‘When Healthcare Goes Wrong’ is approved for one general CE by the Patient Advocate Certification Board to satisfy the requirements for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPA). A small processing fee of $20 is applicable for CEs, which can be paid here. Evaluation must be complete to receive CEs and will stay open for 24 hours following the program.
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We Are Looking for Presenters
Are You Interested in Presenting or Know Someone Who Can Present on a Patient Safety Topic? Send us a message to info@Pulsecpsea.org
ACES Leadership Team
David Fielding, MPH, BCPA
Cathy Bond, BCPA, Adriane Carrier, RN-BSN, MBA-HC, BCPA
Ilene Corina, BCPA
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