A must-have guide for medical professionals seeking to avoid medical negligence lawsuits by adjusting how they practice to conform with what the law requires.
Edition/issue: 1
Published: October 2023
Publisher: LexisNexis South Africa
A must-have guide for medical professionals seeking to avoid medical negligence lawsuits by adjusting how they practice to conform with what the law requires.
Tap into the wellspring of 25 years of exceptional medico-legal experience. Authored by the esteemed John Saner, renowned for his previous work Medical Malpractice in South Africa, this practical guide is an essential resource in an era of escalating litigation and growing legal challenges. It aims to empower doctors with invaluable knowledge about the laws that govern their practice and offers practical advice on how to navigate the legal landscape and mitigate the risk of medical negligence lawsuits.
From understanding the reasonable doctor standard to discussing the duty to disclose a diagnosis, informed consent and maintaining patient records, and much more, this publication covers a wide range of crucial topics. Providing valuable insights on avoiding legal claims and defending themselves in the face of unexpected legal challenges, written in language that busy medical professionals can easily consume, this is an indispensable instrument in any practice.