Responding to adverse incidents
Pausing to reflect when something goes wrong can lessen the risk of history repeating itself. We explain how to respond to an adverse incident, ensuring patients are supported and lessons are learned.
2019, issue 14
2019, issue 14
2019, issue 14
In Focus
Leader
Indemnity: an informed choice
Just as patients need to know all their treatment options, you need to be able to make an informed choice about your indemnity.
News
Contract review and advice
Case study
Diagnosis of aggressive periodontitis
A DDU member faced a claim alleging a failure to diagnose and treat a patient’s periodontal disease.
In focus
Dento-legal implications of facial cosmetic treatments
Advice on the legal and ethical implications of providing botulinum toxin, dermal fillers and similar treatments.
In focus
Assistance dogs in the practice
News
Moving into Foundation Year 2
Advisory call
Request for a non-clinically justified radiograph
The DDU advised a member on a whether to comply with a patient's request for a radiograph.
In focus
Work experience students in the practice
Taking on a work experience student can be very rewarding, provided the appropriate steps are taken to protect patients, the student and the practice.