Webinar – Loss Leading to Learning: Strengthening teamwork in response to Jack and Dr Bawa-Garba's case
Did the case against Dr Bawa-Garba make you question how well supervision, collaboration and handover function in your workplace?
UK registrar Dr Bawa-Garba was convicted of manslaughter after one of the patients under her care died.
MDA National's Dr Jane Deacon and Janet Harry from our medico-legal advisory team explore how hospital-based doctors can contribute to patient safety through enhanced teamwork in three key areas related to the case.
This live webinar was held on 13 November 2019. Members who missed the online event can watch the recorded session any time.
Members can access the full 45-minute webinar through their Member Online Services account. Others can watch an excerpt of the first 15 minutes of the webinar here.
If you have a question in relation to this webinar email the Education Services team at education@mdanational.com.au.
For help with a specific medico-legal query contact our Medico-legal Advisory Service: freecall 1800 011 255 or email advice@mdanational.com.au. This is a service for MDA National Members.
Event Information
Career Stages:
- Doctors in Training
- Doctors in Practice
- Others
- Doctors in Specialist Training
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