Providers Respond To Malpractice Or Medical Negligence?

Medical providers have one of the most, if not the most difficult job in my opinion. These individuals study for many years to gain an idea of what they will face in the real world and whey they start practicing, they see that every case is individual. People put their confidence and trust in their doctor, they believe they are safe in their hands and that should be a very serious task for any physician. There are minimum standards of care that should be followed at all times and if they are not the repercussions could cost the provider anywhere from paying fines to losing their license due to malpractice or medical negligence.

A tort law as defined in medicaldictionary.com is an act deemed unlawful and capable of triggering a civil action. In my opinion, there will always be accidents because no one is perfect, but these should be minimal. In having a tort law in place, there is a higher recognition of the liabilities a provider can face if found guilty of malpractice or medical negligence which makes providers more aware of their responsibilities. I think it is a friendly reminder to double check and always be sure of what they are doing before making decisions or providing treatment which could potentially harm their patients.
It is always good to have laws in place so that people know their boundaries, responsibilities and the consequences of not following these. I think the threat of malpractice does drive better healthcare in one aspect because doctors want to stay away from these issues so they concentrate on doing their best, double check what they are doing and ensure the best treatment is provided to patients, but this could be a double sided problem at the same time; they may feel pressured and nervous while providing care which can cause them to make mistakes which can harm their