Issue 5

Issue 5

Issue 5

Avoiding the clinical becoming criminal – medical manslaughter

The death of a patient can be both tragic and traumatic. But what would you do if criminal charges were brought as a result?

In focus

In focus

Asking about alternatives

If patients have questions about alternatives to NHS treatment, do you have the right answers for them – and for yourself?

Leader

Playing the blame game in medical practice

A blame culture is corrosive and counterproductive to the work of medical professionals.

In focus

DNACPR orders – advice and obligations

MDU solicitor James Stevenson and medico-legal adviser Dr Udvitha Nandasoma examine the different medico-legal aspects of Do Not Attempt Resuscitation orders.