Media Medical Malpractice in the South African Public Sector

Medical Malpractice in the South African Public Sector

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Medical malpractice claims cost the State close to R 2 billion a year. Contingency liabilities are R 100 billion and growing. Close to 2,000 medical malpractice claims are lodged each year.

This presentation presents the findings from a research report on medical malpractice in the South African public sector and includes:

  • Unpacking the contingent liability
  • Contributing factors to the surge in medical malpractice claims with a focus on cerebral palsy claims
  • An analysis of available case law and causation
  • An analysis of the composition of settlements and an interrogation of certain aspects such as the frequency of treatment
  • A comparison of international medical malpractice systems
  • An analysis of the various methods of paying compensation
  • State Liability Amendment Bill
  • Research on life expectancy of cerebral palsied children and reversionary trusts.

Practical outcomes

  • An understanding of the extent of the medical malpractice problem facing the South African public health sector
  • A sound understanding of the legal framework surrounding claims in delict.
  • An understanding of the quantum of claims and alternative methods of payment.
  • An understanding of medical malpractice liability systems in an international context.
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Categories: AFIR / ERM / RISK, HEALTH
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