While facing litigation related to allegation of negligence in law court for the first time doctors realize the importance of communication, counseling and forewarning leading to proper preparation of consent, documentation of medical records, and expert witness. Amongst others, this is a star title helping practicing doctors and their lawyers grappled with legal issues culminating in litigations covering a vast number of medical specialties and systems of medicine.The first edition of the book has filled the existing vacuum by creating authentic base required to understand the legal issues in medical practice in India. The esteemed contributors have put in their best efforts to share their knowledge, experience and wisdom with the readers by discussing various landmark legal decisions in the field of alleged medical negligence. The book has references at the point of description. It aims to make the medical practice safe, ethical, reassuring and hassle-free by discussing various legal issues related to the doctors.The second edition of the book is written in a reader-friendly style covering each topic in depth. Included are Summary Do`s and Don`ts , FAQs and MCQs which add value to improve recall of important legal issues related to medical practice. It is targeted at doctors of all the systems of medicine, be it modern, Ayurveda, Siddha, Yunani, naturopathy or homeopathy.The book will assist all practicing doctors with respect to preventive aspects of medical practice as well as those facing litigations. The book shall also be an asset to practicing lawyers dealing with medical negligence litigation cases.
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