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An Anesthetist’s Guide to Discharging Patients

In assessing a patient’s fitness for discharge, medical practitioners are expected to exercise clinical judgment, guided by applicable professional andRead More

Employment and contracting relationships – The employed vs contracted doctor

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The Australian High Court recently handed down two important decisions about the identification of employment and contracting relationships, which emphasises the importance of having all-inclusive written agreements in place for practice employees and contracting doctors.Read More

Are Doctors Allowed to Accept Gifts From Patients?

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Receiving gifts and presents from patients has the potential of being an issue if they affect the doctor–patient relationship, orRead More

How Social Inflation Affects Insurance

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It is something that has been around for quite some time. But Social Inflation has become more relevant to allRead More

Guidelines For Technology-Based Patient Consultations In Australia

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On 13 December 2021, the Australian Government announced it is providing $106 million over four years to support continuing telehealthRead More

Patient Information Or Advertising?

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Patient stories and testimonials can be a contentious area for practices. How do you communicate with patients about your practiceRead More

What is Medical Negligence or Medical Malpractice?

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What Medical Practitioners need to know when accused of medical malpractice. Medical negligence (or medical malpractice) consists of three separateRead More

What You Need To Know Before Consulting Via Telehealth

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There is no need to be in the dark about telemedicine and tele-consultations in Australia. The Medical Board of Australia’sRead More

How To Approach An Angry Patient

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Every healthcare professional knows that they will someday have to deal with an angry patient. Sometimes the anger is directedRead More

Are Covid-19 Vaccines Safe For Pregnant Patients?

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RANZCOG (The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists) and ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation)Read More

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