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Saving lives threatened by COVID19 is rightly a priority, but many more can be saved by improving patient safety
April 8, 2020In his new blog, AvMA Chief Executive Peter Walsh shares some thoughts about what the COVID19 outbreak could mean for patient safety. He writes: “On behalf of all of us at AvMA, I would like to state our best wishes and solidarity with all those who have lost loved ones or been seriously affected by […]
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Apply now for the PIC Magazine Awards, in association with AvMA
April 8, 2020Now in their third year, the PIC Magazine Awards are an excellent opportunity for those working in the specialist fields of Clinical Negligence and Court of Protection to be recognised for their achievements during their career. The Awards are now open and looking for applications in three categories: The Clinical Negligence Rising Star Award The […]
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AvMA Annual Clinical Negligence Conference 2020 postponed
April 1, 2020It is with great regret that, in light of the seriousness of the spread of Coronavirus, the 2020 AvMA Annual Clinical Negligence Conference has had to be postponed. This is obviously a huge disappointment to us but the decision is necessary for reasons which are beyond our control and of which we are all very […]
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Important information on the impact of COVID-19 on NHS complaints handling
April 1, 2020The NHS in England and the Public Health Services Ombudsman have both announced changes to their complaints handling procedure in response to the COVID-19 situation. Please see our advice page for more information: Complaints about NHS or private healthcare
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Paterson Inquiry report welcomed but does not go far enough
February 4, 2020AvMA welcomes the report of the Independent Inquiry into the issues raised by Paterson, published today but warns it does not go far enough to protect patients in private healthcare. AvMA advised some of the patients and families affected by Paterson and gave evidence to the inquiry. AvMA called for major changes to the way […]