Operating within the law: A practical guide for surgeons and lawyers - Softcover

Campbell MS FRCP FRCS, Professor Bruce; Callum MS FRCS, Dr Ken; Peacock MA (Cantab) Barrister, Nick A

 
9781903378052: Operating within the law: A practical guide for surgeons and lawyers

Synopsis

The primary aim of this book is to provide clear and concise explanations about all aspects of the medico-legal process for surgeons, other doctors and lawyers. A wide range of topics is covered including: how the medico-legal arena is changing; the legal principles involved; how to avoid medico-legal problems; resolving complaints out of court; the surgeon as defendant; the surgeon as expert; the GMC and the Coroner.

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About the Authors

Bruce Campbell MS FRCP FRCS, Consultant in Vascular and General Surgery, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, and Honorary Professor to the University of Exeter, Exeter, UK

Ken Callum MS FRCS, Consultant General and Vascular Surgeon at the Derbyshire Royal Infirmary, Derby, UK;

Nick A Peacock MA (Cantab) Barrister; Barrister at the Chambers of Kieran Coonan QC, 6 Pump Court, Temple, London, UK

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