Case law update: 6 lessons from the courtroom

Paul Sankey, Lauren Sutherland KC and Dr Chris Danbury

Find out what the latest GMC guidance on consent means for you as a medical practitioner. Hear a panel of distinguished legal and clinical experts discuss the changes, as well as the consequences of failing to process patient consent legally and adequately.

Professor Jerry Nolan, Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Royal United Hospital, Bath

Jerry Nolan talks about his role in providing expert evidence to the Coroner at the latest inquests into the Hillsborough disaster.

Jerry talks about the challenges of working on a complex, lengthy and emotionally charged inquest. He reflects on the value of keeping an open mind when reviewing the medical evidence, the importance of clear communication, and what he has learned from this high profile case.

Mr Andrew Unwin, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Emma Doughty, Head of Clinical Negligence, Slater + Gordon
Paul Sankey, Clinical Negligence Solicitor and Partner, Enable Law

In this fascinating session, three leading medico-legal experts share their top tips for writing a first-class expert witness report.

Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Andrew Unwin – one of the UK’s most highly regarded medical expert witnesses – gives his insights from the medical perspective. Andrew is joined by Emma Doughty, Head of Medical Negligence for Slater + Gordon, and Paul Sankey, Partner and Clinical Negligence Solicitor at Enable Law.