State of the nation: emerging medico-legal trends in medicine and dentistry

The medico-legal landscape is evolving – and staying across emerging risks, regulatory changes, and technological developments is essential for safe, accountable practice.

In this interactive session, our expert panel will explore the medico-legal challenges confronting medical and dental practitioners today, with a focus on standards of care, informed consent, documentation practices, and professional liability. Through case studies and expert discussion, you’ll gain practical strategies to manage risk and strengthen your understanding of your medico-legal obligations.

What you'll learn

Identify key emerging medicolegal risks in contemporary medical and dental practice.

Discuss principles of standard of care, informed consent, clinical documentation, and professional accountability to reduce medicolegal vulnerability.

Develop practical insights and strategies for mitigating risks and addressing ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges related to emerging technologies and regulatory frameworks.

Who should attend

This webinar is relevant to medical and dental practitioners at all career stages, including general practitioners, specialists, and those in training, as well as practice managers and healthcare leaders with governance or compliance responsibilities.

Speakers

Dr Owen Bradfield – Chief Medical Officer, MIPS

Ms Breannon Bailey – Partner, Wotton & Kearney

Mr Edward Smith – Partner, Wotton & Kearney

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