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Class of 2023
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Session Title:
HELM: Health Law in Medicine
Teaching Hours:
Teaching and Learning MethodsTotal Scheduled Hours = 4
Lecture = 4
Description:
Keywords:
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lecture 4 hour(s)

Learning Objectives
Blueprint ID Learning Objectives
10174 Understand the steps in the process of a complaint to the College of Physicians and Surgeons
10175 Understand a physician or medical student’s responsibilities to the College, in particular in the context of a complaint
10176 Identify some of the key causes of College complaints and ways in which physicians can reduce the likelihood of a (successful) complaint being made against them
10177 Understand the steps in a civil lawsuit
10178 Observe the questioning of a physician in a discovery proceeding
10179 Be able to list and explain the elements of negligence, including the legal concepts of duty of care and standard of care
10180 Understand how a court determines the applicable standard of care
10181 Identify some key causes of negligence lawsuits against physicians and some ways in which physicians may reduce the likelihood of a (successful) lawsuit against them

Linked Course Goal(s) to Session
Blueprint ID Course Goals
7029 Demonstrate a commitment to the profession by adhering to professional standards
Linked Program Competencies
To This Course Goal:
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7046 Discuss ethical and legal issues for decision making in clinical encounters and the health care system
Linked Program Competencies
To This Course Goal:
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Linked Program Competencies To Course Goal(s)
pr-1 Professional
Demonstrate accountability to patients by applying best practices and adhering to high ethical standards.
pr-2 Professional
Demonstrate altruism and accountability to society by recognizing and responding to societal expectations in health care.
pr-3 Professional
Demonstrate integrity and accountability to the profession by adhering to standards and participating in physician-led regulation.
pr-4 Professional
Demonstrate a commitment to physician health and well-being to foster optimal patient care.
ld-3 Leader
Describe the roles and responsibilities of physicians and governing bodies in the development and support of the health care system.
ha-3 Health Advocate
Assess and respond to issues in the Canadian health care system and advocate for patients at all levels.

Linked MCC Medical Expert Objectives
(121-4) CONFIDENTIALITY
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Medical Expert
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Professional
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Leader/Manager
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