About this episode
Sydney criminal lawyer Jahan Kalantar is also known for his hugely popular TikTok account, where he gives entertaining, concise explanations of legal concepts. Having covered legal principles for injectors before (Episodes 51, 66 and 114), we now explore things from a prosecuting solicitor's perspective.
Please note this episode is general information, not legal advice. Laws vary between countries, states and cities, so seek your own independent advice.
We discuss Jahan's career and interest in cosmetic law, why patients sue, what counts as a bad outcome, why poor communication sits at the root of most complaints, what happens when a patient sues, informed consent and how to use consent forms properly, why patients can still succeed despite signing them, contemporaneous notes, clinical photography, nurses using remote prescribing doctors, ending difficult consultations, and how your social media can be used against you.
What you'll learn
- Why patients usually sue
- What informed consent really means
- Why contemporaneous notes are critical
- Legal implications of remote prescribing
- How your social media can be used in a case
Topics
- Medicolegal
- Consent
- Clinical notes
- Remote prescribing
- Australia
Full transcript
The full transcript for this episode is coming soon.