Surgery case study (from ‘Specialties in Practitioner Performance Advice cases’)
Surgery and behavioural assessment case study: Normalised aggressive and uncivil behaviour of a consultant surgeon This is a composite case study with some facts altered to protect confidentiality. Read full Insights publication ‘Specialties in Practitioner Performance Advice cases: Key themes and use of our services’. …
Specialties in Practitioner Performance Advice cases: Key themes and use of our services
In this Insight publication we draw from our unique position to share the range of concerns about practitioner performance across the NHS. We provide support and focused analysis of our casework of secondary care specialties from 2018/19 to 2022/23, which make up the majority of our cases.
Venous thromboembolism
From 1 April 2012 until 31 March 2022, we documented 687 closed claims relating to Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) injuries. Of these, 411 claims were settled with damages paid, costing the NHS over £23 million. VTE is a significant cause of mortality, long-term disability and long-lasting …
Surgeons who are the subject of our cases
In March 2021, the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) published An independent review on diversity and inclusion for the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Much of the report looks at diversity in relation to the structure of the RCS but it also explores issues …
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Preventing surgical burns
From 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2019, NHS Resolution were notified of 631 clinical negligence claims relating to surgical burns to patients. Out of these 631 claims, 459 were settled, 58 were unmeritorious and 114 are still open. This has led to NHS Resolution …
