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One in five patients misdiagnosed by Dr Michael Watt

19 November 2019 One in five patients misdiagnosed by Dr Michael Watt The most recent revelation to emerge from the ongoing investigation by the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust into Dr Michael Watt is that one... READ

Cosmetic Surgery: Beauty at what price?

27 March 2019 The Rise of Cosmetic Surgery The cosmetic surgery industry has been steadily growing over the past decade.  The BBC recently reported that figures produced by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (Baaps) show... READ

A Basic Guide To Medical Negligence Claims in Northern Ireland

Living in Northern Ireland, we’re lucky to have so many qualified and caring professionals working in both the NHS and in private units across the country. However, incidences of medical negligence do exist and... READ

A Basic Guide To Medical Negligence Claims in Northern Ireland

25 November 2016 Living in Northern Ireland, we’re lucky to have so many qualified and caring professionals working in both the NHS and in private units across the country. However, incidences of medical negligence do exist and... READ

Care Home Neglect and Abuse in Northern Ireland

26 October 2016 Nikki McConnell examines the evidence of poor care, neglect and abuse in Northern Ireland care homes. Care Home Neglect and Abuse in Northern Ireland Moving an elderly loved one into a care home isn’t... READ

Can I sue the hospital where I contracted MRSA?

20 May 2013 Claire McDaid of Worthingtons Solicitors Belfast advises on circumstances in which you may have grounds to sue a hospital if you have contracted MRSA during your stay. MRSA is a serious problem for our... READ