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A framework for surgical medico-legal practice Part 1: The preparation of reports and the dangers of dabbling - 20 Downloads

A framework for surgical medico-legal practice Part 1: The preparation of reports and the dangers of dabbling

David Rew Consultant Surgeon, Southampton University Hospitals
Lynden Alexander, Forensic Writing Specialist, Professional Solutions Learning and Development
Giles Eyre, Barrister

Mar 2013, In: Journal of the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland. 39, p. 8-11

Medico-legal reporting is an influential yet often overlooked factor in the conduct of surgical practice. Many surgeons provide reports for the purposes of civil litigation. Medico-legal practice can be a stimulating and intellectually challenging area of professional work. Some surgeons provide medico-legal reports as a regular part of their practices, whilst others accept invitations from the legal profession to assist on an occasional basis.

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