Dr. MedLaw explains the importance of discussing risks, benefits, and alternatives in a manner the patient fully understands ...

The UK government's 10-year health plan promises a radical digital transformation of the NHS. A key part of this change is ...

Patients risk being left in “unnecessary pain” as NHS chiefs force hospitals to introduce minimum waiting times for treatment, health experts have warned.

While patients are entitled to video documentation of their treatment, with consent, there is a growing trend of filming in hospital settings without seeking permission, writes Dr Zahra Ali.

When it comes to capturing patient dataand signing electronically, healthcare providers must ensure that their data retention and e-signatures are POPIA compliant.

Increasing access to dental care is also part of the 10-year plan. To increase appointments, newly-qualified dentists may ...

UK Health Secretary Sajid Javid has said he wants to accelerate the rollout of electronic patient records (EPR) in the NHS, with 90% of NHS trusts using them by the end of 2023.

As calls mount for the NHS cash crisis to be 'solved' by charging patients, there is one pot of money that sits glistening and untouched ...

Leading global doctors, researchers, and lawyers have joined forces with patient representatives and created the first-ever information guide to better support and protect patients across the world ...

Allow Student Health Services to provide health care to a student who is under 18 years of age. This form must be completed if the student is under 18 years of age when they arrive on campus or at the ...

Statement of work: A document routinely used to describe services to be rendered. It provides a clear understanding of the project-specific activities, deliverables and timelines. Also known as a SOW.