AMMAN –– The
West Asia Consultancy for Medical Liability
& Research (WAC), an Istanbul-based research think tank, has announced
plans to hold an international conference on medical liability in Amman in the
second half of 2024.
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WAC's president, Nasser Abu Rumman, a
Jordanian lawyer,
activist, and professor of law, said the rationale behind planning such an
event is to set up a platform to unite global perspectives on medical
liability.
"Our objective is to bring forward best practices and
establish standards that cater to patients’ rights while acknowledging the
challenges faced by
medical professionals,” he told
Jordan News.
WAC's mission, according to its director, is to
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educate, train, and research all aspects of legal and medical liability
that support and represent the delivery of quality healthcare and medicine
practice in all countries in Western Asia."
They strive to develop a comprehensive strategy and elevate
awareness of medical liability and legislation, aiming to foster a profound
understanding of medical responsibility within
West Asian countries.
Expo for Medical Tourism in IstanbulAbu Rumman found inspiration while attending the recent
inaugural Expo for Medical Tourism in Istanbul, organized by the “Joint
Cooperation Association for Turkish and Arab Countries (TÜRRAP)" with
support from the Turkish Ministry of Commerce.
Emphasizing the significance of the Istanbul expo, he said,
“Events like the recent Expo in Istanbul bridge gaps between regional and
international stakeholders, creating dialogues essential for further solid
cooperation and understanding between the medical and legal sectors.”
“This expo not only represents an intersection bringing
together key figures in the medical and tourism sectors, but it also serves as
a beacon for strengthening international ties in the field of medical
liability. My participation there was a testament to our institute’s commitment
to fostering such collaboration.”
He added, “Interacting with global counterparts and
discussing advancements and challenges directly provides invaluable insights
that transcend regular dialogues. It’s a proactive step toward a more
integrated future in medical legalities and responsibilities.”
Bearing medical responsibilityIn a related development, WAC has further contributed to the
field of medical law through the recent publication of a research paper titled
“The Legal Basis for Contractual Physician Liability for the Actions of
Others,” co-authored by Abu Rumman and Dr. Basil Fawzi Al-Tahat.
The study, published in the Journal of Legal, Ethical and
Regulatory Issues, concludes that doctors, as the primary authority in medical
care, bear the responsibility for the actions of their assistants, and cannot
use their subordinates' mistakes as an excuse for failing to fulfil their
primary obligation to ensure patient safety.
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