Legal and Regulatory Issues for the Health Sector: Claims Involving Delayed Diagnosis
Avant medical malpractice claims data indicates that 1 in 5 claims are primarily about diagnosis. 75% of those claims related to missed or delayed diagnosis. These events may not necessarily be as the result of an error made by the health practitioner, however, the ongoing patient care and management may become the responsibility of the medical professional. Explore the elements of a successful claim and the damages that can potentially be claimed. WEB246N08E
Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD unit in Professional Skills
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair: Claire Bassingthwaighte, Legal Team Manager, Professional Conduct, Avant Law
12.00pm to 1.00pm Delayed Diagnosis: Post-COVID Pitfalls
- Telehealth
- Missed follow ups and referrals
- Diagnostic challenges, investigation paths and biases
Presented by Dimitra Dubrow, National Head of Medical Negligence, Maurice Blackburn Lawyers; Accredited Specialist in Personal Injuries; Preeminent Medical Negligence Compensation Lawyers (Plaintiff) Doyles Guide 2023 and Hayley Daniel, Barrister, Dever’s List