Assisted Dying Act faces implementation challenges
27 February, 2019The new Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Act is designed to make it easier for the seriously ill to end their lives; but implementing it may be challenging.
Managing risk around upstream services
05 November, 2018 by Dr David Carter*Healthcare facilities that are serious about safety and risk must incorporate upstream roles into mainstream safety and quality processes.
Unregistered dentist convicted, receives $50K in fines and costs
01 November, 2018A NSW man pretending to be a qualified dentist has received $49,950 in fines and costs after pleading guilty to all charges.
Paramedicine to be regulated from 1 Dec
17 October, 2018The title 'paramedic' will be protected under law, and only appropriately registered professionals will be able to use the title.
Fake doctor sentenced to jail
13 July, 2018A Victorian man pretending to be a gynaecologist or obstetrician has been sentenced to almost 10 years' jail.
Are you at risk of prosecution?
09 July, 2018The criminal conviction of a UK doctor for gross negligence manslaughter shocked the Australian medical community. We examine the implications for Australia.
Notifiable Data Breach law takes effect
22 May, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralia's Notifiable Data Breach legislation has come into effect, leaving healthcare organisations at risk of fines of up to $1.8m for failing to disclose a breach.
Ambulance Victoria convicted, fined $400K
14 March, 2018Following the investigation into the death of a paramedic in 2015, Ambulance Victoria was found guilty of breaching the OHS Act.
New law supports advance care directives
10 March, 2018From 12 March, Victorian patients will be able to create legally binding advance care directives.
Minimising the risk of bullying
19 February, 2018Surprisingly few managers know how to deal with bullying. There are also misconceptions as to what constitutes bullying. We set the record straight.
Doctor convicted, fined $100,000
13 February, 2018A Melbourne doctor was convicted and fined after being found guilty of continuing to practise medicine while unregistered and under suspension.
Medtech agreement with government an opportunity for reform
24 November, 2017 by Ian Burgess, CEO, Medical Technology Association of AustraliaA new agreement should ensure patients save money in insurance costs.
Health clinic fined $127,500 for unlawful advertising
07 October, 2017The clinic made unsubstantiated claims in its advertising, leading to prosecution.
Fairer hospital parking fees thanks to 14yo's petition
21 March, 2017An online petition by Sydney teenager Gidon Goodman has led to the NSW Governement's decision to cut the cost of parking at public hospitals for patients and visitors most in need.
