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Defence Update - our trusted Member publication for the latest medico-legal updates, articles and case studies

MDA National’s biannual Member publication, Defence Update, is designed to support and inform our doctors with content that is relevant and based on our industry insights and experience – including featured articles written by our Members.

 

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Reportable Deaths and Coronial Matters

MDA National's Daniel Spencer (Case Manager - Solicitor) and Karen Lam (Medico-Legal Adviser) discuss when a person's death should be reported to the Coroner and what to do if the Coroner requests a statement or report.

Videos & Webinar recordings

15 May 2025

Death Certificates

When a doctor can write a death certificate (where the death does not need to be reported to the Coroner), considerations when writing the death certificate and how to complete it accurately.

Videos & Webinar recordings

15 May 2025

Communication in healthcare teams

Why good and effective communication is a vital part of delivering quality and safe patient care

Videos & Webinar recordings

15 May 2025

Doctors, Let's Talk: Setting Boundaries At Work

A conversation with Nicola Campbell, Psychiatry Registrar, that explores the necessity of setting professional boundaries as a Junior Doctor.

Podcasts

07 Dec 2022

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