Essentials of Law for Medical Practitioners
- ISBN-10
- 0729539148
- ISBN-13
- 9780729539142
- Category
- Law
- Pages
- 304
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2010-11-20
- Publisher
- Elsevier Australia
- Authors
- Kim Forrester, Debra Griffiths, Forrester Griffiths
Description
This easy-to-read medico-legal text assumes no prior legal practice knowledge or experience, making it ideal for those new to the medical industry. the content provides a brief overview of the law in several practice areas, allowing practitioners to locate key information quickly.Topical issues discussed in Essentials of Law for Medical Practitioners include privacy and confidentiality of patient information, medical negligence, fertility and reproductive technology, the laws regarding mental health issues and professional regulation and discipline
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