Supporting the ‘second victim’ after a medical error

Abstract The consequences of a medical error are likely to provoke feelings of guilt and intense emotional distress in the ‘second victim’ – the clinician. Roger Kirby outlines some strategies to help the doctor cope and explains how colleagues can provide support by sharing the experience in a constructive and analytical way. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons.
Source: Trends in Urology, Gynaecology and Sexual Health - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Medico‐Legal Issues Source Type: research