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Sokol1 sketches a scary scenario of how doctors can cause trouble for themselves for not attending a morass of medical and non-medical issues. Common sense or a holistic approach proving your good-will, is a good starting point, but it is impossible to be vigilant on every detail which requires attention. I feel an ethical stance is the most protective as it equals a well willing transparent self-reflective attitude, which makes you a good learner from the tutor of (unfortunate) mistakes. Acknowledging your mistake and hurt to the other person in general, including the patient humbles you to apologise directly to the person involved and design a better way of handling such situations in future. When such an ethical stance is executed consistently it builds a good reputation that will protect from evil attacks. The non- manipulative, non-game playing stance keeps the mind clear enough to handle such a situation. It is also a way of leading by example and inspiring. The transpersonal perspective will facilitate a fair and firm self- assertive approach. Believe me or not, veritas vos liberabit, the truth will set you free. Happy Xmas.
1. BMJ 2011;343:d7827
Ruth Brand Flu
Locum consultant Developmental Child Psychiatrist
Post grad dpl MBA Social Services and Health Amazonicalpha@aol.com
Re: “How can I avoid being sued?”
Sokol1 sketches a scary scenario of how doctors can cause trouble for themselves for not attending a morass of medical and non-medical issues. Common sense or a holistic approach proving your good-will, is a good starting point, but it is impossible to be vigilant on every detail which requires attention. I feel an ethical stance is the most protective as it equals a well willing transparent self-reflective attitude, which makes you a good learner from the tutor of (unfortunate) mistakes. Acknowledging your mistake and hurt to the other person in general, including the patient humbles you to apologise directly to the person involved and design a better way of handling such situations in future. When such an ethical stance is executed consistently it builds a good reputation that will protect from evil attacks. The non- manipulative, non-game playing stance keeps the mind clear enough to handle such a situation. It is also a way of leading by example and inspiring. The transpersonal perspective will facilitate a fair and firm self- assertive approach. Believe me or not, veritas vos liberabit, the truth will set you free. Happy Xmas.
1. BMJ 2011;343:d7827
Ruth Brand Flu
Locum consultant Developmental Child Psychiatrist
Post grad dpl MBA Social Services and Health
Amazonicalpha@aol.com
Competing interests: No competing interests