Is it really possible to escape the pressures for defensive medicine?
Research suggests half of doctors provide low value care because of litigation fears
Defensive medicine is apparently widespread both in Australia and overseas, fuelled by fears of negligence claims by patients should the worst happen.
Australian Doctor speaks to Professor Nola Ries from the University of Technology, Sydney about the pressures doctors face and the best means of escape.
Her online module put together under the Choosing Wisely campaign is available here.
Australian Doctor: First question, could you briefly explain how common defensive medicine is?
