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2018 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting
Malpractice Litigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery: ...
Malpractice Litigation in Pediatric Neurosurgery: Perspectives and Avoidance_2
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In this video, the speaker shares their experiences with medical malpractice and discusses various aspects of the topic. They start by mentioning the number of malpractice suits they have been involved in and how they were resolved. The speaker emphasizes the importance of expert witnesses and their role in presenting impartial facts in court.<br /><br />The legal definition of malpractice is explained, including the concepts of duty, breach, causation, and damages. The speaker emphasizes that bad outcomes are not always considered malpractice and that significant damages must occur. They also discuss different theories within the legal framework of malpractice, such as lack of due care and lack of informed consent.<br /><br />The speaker presents two case examples, one with a favorable outcome and another with a tragic outcome. They highlight the importance of informed consent, good communication, proper documentation, and judgment in avoiding malpractice situations. The speaker also discusses the potential failures in the healthcare system that can contribute to malpractice.<br /><br />Overall, the video aims to educate doctors on the legal aspects of medical malpractice and offers insights from the speaker's personal experiences. No credits were mentioned in the video.
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Jeffrey H. Wisoff, MD, FAANS
Keywords
medical malpractice
expert witnesses
legal definition
damages
informed consent
healthcare system
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