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Is a discharge summary required when a patient leaves Against Medical Advice (LAMA) or requests Discharge Against Medical Advice (DAMA)?

Many junior doctors believe the answer is "No." However, from a legal standpoint, this belief is potentially dangerous. In this video, Dr. Vinaykumar S (Professor of Pediatrics, LLB, PGD in Medical Law & Ethics) breaks down the legal obligations of a doctor in these critical scenarios.

Key Takeaways from this video:

The legal rights of patients regarding treatment details and investigation summaries.

Why LAMA patients require extra caution and documentation.

How a properly written discharge summary acts as your best defense in court.

Checklist: What to write in a LAMA discharge summary (Vitals, Risk Explanation, etc.).

Don't leave yourself open to suspicion or negligence claims. Protect your practice by documenting correctly.

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About the Speaker: Dr. Vinaykumar S is a Professor of Pediatrics and a legal expert holding an LLB and a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics from National Law School of India University, Bangalore.

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