What’s new in the medico-legal world? (DWD22JUN22)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectMedico-legal / ethics
DescriptionThis course discusses the important recent developments that have occurred in the medico-legal world that impact on professional dental practice. A study day that provides an update on medico-legal concerns in particular with changing practices enforced due to COVID-19 such as virtual clinics and consent discussions.
VenueWeetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds  View details
Date & timeWednesday 22 June 2022, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerElaine Cook  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Clinical Dental Technician (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Hygienist (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Nurse (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Technician (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£15.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryCore course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, C, D
CPD hours6:00
Cost£30.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

The course aims to ensure a thorough understanding of the legal and ethical framework that underpins clinical practice providing information on current topics of concern to dental clinicians.

Objectives
  1. Address the concerns surrounding antibiotic prescribing
  2. Discuss the new regulations on phasing out amalgam use
  3. Discuss the impact of COVID-19 on telemedicine and virtual clinic communication
  4. Consent in relation to COVID-19
  5. Provide an update on consent and the impact of Montgomery vs Lanarkshire case on clinical practice
  6. Discuss “hot topics” they are new and impact on professional clinical practice
Learning outcomes
  • Know the recent updates with medico-legal aspects of dental practice
  • Understand the impact of the Montgomery ruling on consent
  • Understand how consent during the COVID-19 pandemic has changed practice
  • Use successful communication strategies on virtual clinics