Hysterectomies are one of the most common gynaecological procedures performed in Australia today. They can play an important role in saving lives and improving quality of life for women. Every year in Australia, around 30,000 women undergo a hysterectomy and…

This information sheet covers the differential regional and rural health outcomes in various communities, highlighting the impact on citizens of NSW rural and regional areas. Rural and Regional Health Outcomes In this information sheet, we explain why regional health services…

This information sheet provides information concerning Ms Li Shen’s permanent prohibition from medical practice in Australia. We discuss the possible compensation options for patients who have been a victim of Ms Shen, who – despite not being a registered medical…

This information sheet provides information concerning the liability of an IVF clinic or fertility treatment provider for mistakes that result in financial loss, loss of opportunity and psychiatric injury. How many babies in Australia are born using fertility treatment in…

This information sheet provides information concerning the criminal convictions against Ms Kalati and her permanent prohibition from providing any health services in any capacity. We discuss the possible compensation options for patients who have been a victim of Ms Kalati’s…

This information sheet provides information concerning the criminal convictions against Dr Khorami and his permanent prohibition from medical practice. We discuss the possible compensation options for patients who have been a victim of Dr Khorami’s criminal acts, for which his…

This information sheet provides information concerning the professional misconduct complaints that have been made against Dr Gayed and discusses the possible legal options for compensation for patients who have been harmed by negligent treatment administered by Dr Gayed. If you…

A study by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care published in February 2020 highlighted the prevalence of poor outcomes for patients with sepsis in Australian public hospitals. The study found that over a five-year period there…

In this information sheet we explain what informed consent is, withdrawing consent and how consent applies to children. What is informed consent?In a medico-legal context giving informed consent to medical treatment, including consent to a surgical procedure, requires that the…