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Rogue Doctors

Introduction to claims involving Rogue Doctors
  What is a Rogue Doctor?
How is a Rogue Doctor allowed to practice?
  Preventing Rogue Doctors from practising
Example of Case involving Rogue Doctor
  Real Life Case
Clinical Negligence Compensation Claim Advice
  How to start a Medical Negligence Case

Introduction to claims involving Rogue Doctors

What is a Rogue Doctor?

The term "rogue doctor" is generally used to describe a person posing as a doctor who is not medically qualified to do so.  It is shocking to think that this could ever happen but in the past Thompsons have acted for clients who have been harmed by treatment (or lack of it) administered by a person working as a doctor but without any medical qualifications.

If you or a member of your family has suffered harm due to a rogue doctor or in fact due to any type of clinical negligence, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.  For more information about how Thompsons Solicitors can help you, call us on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claims forms.

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How is a Rogue Doctor allowed to practice?

Preventing Rogue Doctors from practising

In the vast majority of cases, rogue doctors could be prevented from practicing if the correct procedures are followed by their potential employers.  Steps to take by a hospital or GP's practice before employing someone new should include:

  • Using the GMC's website to check the applicant's registration.
  • Requesting proof of medical qualifications.
  • Asking for and checking references.

As patients in the UK we should also not be afraid to ask a medical practitioner about their qualifications, training and experience or ask questions about the medication or prescriptions we are provided with.  This type of enquiry is encouraged in the USA where there is a much lower rate of medical errors reported.

If you have been harmed by medical treatment you have received, you may be able to make a personal injury claim for compensation.  For more information complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms or call us on 08000 224 224.

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Example of Case involving Rogue Doctor

Real Life Case

One example of a rogue doctor practising in the UK is a lady who was unqualified and unregistered but still managed to gain employment as a doctor in 3 different GP practices.

The lady treated hundreds of patients before the fraud was discovered and a few of her patients died following their consultations with her.  A review then had to be carried out to discover if their deaths were connected to the consultations they had with her.

If you have suffered harm at the hands of a rogue doctor or have suffered injury due to any type of clinical negligence, contact us to find out if you have a valid personal injury compensation claim.  You can call us on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.

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Clinical Negligence Compensation Claim Advice

How to start a Medical Negligence Case

Thompsons Solicitors have years of experience in dealing with cases involving clinical negligence.

If you or anyone you know has suffered from any form of clinical negligence, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.

There are strict time limits in place to make any personal injury compensation claim. For further information, contact us or visit our Questions Answered page.

Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all matters relating to clinical negligence and will be able to advise you as to whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation. Our specialist clinical negligence lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have.

Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.

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