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26 March 2025
Missed myocardial infarction highlights challenges of diagnosing atypical presentations
Coroner recommends missed diagnosis of myocardial infarction be used as a case study to highlight the importance of considering acute coronary syndrome as a possible diagnosis in females who may present atypically.
24 March 2025
Doctors’ duty of care does not extend to an ‘exercise in futility’
When patients decline medically-recommended management, the duty of doctors extends beyond recommending the treatment and advising the risks of not proceeding. It is important to discuss all reasonably available treatments, explain clearly why they are needed and provide appropriate referrals. However, the duty does not extend to an exercise in futility when patients persistently refuse treatment despite receiving information and recommendations.
24 March 2025
The importance of keeping an after-hours call log
24 March 2025
3 ways AI medical scribes can benefit your practice (and how to pick the right one)
Discover how AI medical scribes can help reduce admin and improve documentation. Learn what you should look for when choosing a scribe.
23 March 2025
Managing historical liabilities in business sales and restructures
Business sales and restructures are complex, and historical liabilities are often overlooked during negotiation and settlement. Proper management is key.
23 March 2025
Radiologist not liable for damages where missed diagnosis did not affect the patient’s outcome
A radiologist’s error in missing a condition on an x-ray did not alter the outcome for the patient, according to the court. The radiologist was not liable for damages.
23 March 2025
GP’s follow-up care and record-keeping found to pose a serious risk of harm
Poor medical record-keeping breaches professional standards and can negatively affect patient care. It may also limit your ability to demonstrate the care or advice you provided if it is challenged in the future.
