Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA) is the independent charity which promotes better patient safety and justice for people who have been affected by a medical accident. A 'medical accident' is where avoidable harm has been caused as a result of treatment or failure to treat appropriately. AvMA believes that whatever the cause of a medical accident, the people affected deserve explanations, support, and where appropriate, compensation. Furthermore, we all deserve to know that the necessary steps will be taken to prevent similar accidents being repeated.
We provide free and confidential advice and support to people affected by medical accidents, via our helpline and casework service and can refer to our panel of specialist clinical negligence solicitors or other sources of support where appropriate. HELPLINE: 0845 123 2352 (Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm)
LATEST NEWS
19/12/08 NEW COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE IMMINENT |
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AvMA has submitted its response to the Department of Health consultation on the new complaints procedure which comes into force in April 2009. We are calling for an end to the current perverse position where patients are denied access to the complaints procedure if they start legal action or even declare the intention to, and for stronger rights to investigation and review by the Ombudsman where appropriate. To see AvMA's full response click here. NHS staff and patients' organisations have a chance to be brought fully up to date with the new procedure and ensure they are prepared by attending the Annual NHS Complaints & Redress Conference, Manchester, 11th March, which also includes a presentation on the NHS Redress Scheme taking shape in Wales. For details click here
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11/12/08 CONSULTATION ON NHS COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
The Department of Health is consulting on the proposed content of regulations to cover the new NHS Complaints Procedure which comes into force in April 2009. AvMA is calling for an unequivocal commitment to end the current situation whereby an injured patient who has commenced legal action or who intends to, is denied access to the complaints procedure, For the consultation document click here
9/12/08 DOUBLE THE NUMBER OF A&E DOCTORS NEEDED
A new report by the College of Emergency Medicine says that double the current number of doctors are needed for A&E departments by 2012 if patient safety is needed if patient safety is to be protected. For details click here
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