Research assistant in Political Science, University of Victoria
Dempsey Wilford recently completed his master's degree in political science at the University of Victoria. His thesis explored the politics of silence between medical professionals and patients after a medical error occurs, and advocated for apology as a just, ethical, and healing response to medical errors. Currently, Dempsey is a research assistant on a project funded by the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research that explores the impact of apology from the perspective of patients.
Why is it so hard for your doctor to apologize?
Oct 04, 2019 14:51 pm UTC| Insights & Views Health
Youve just undergone surgery. Somehow, a mistake was made. Perhaps the preparation was inadequate or perhaps there was miscommunication. The result is that you were harmed when you expected to be healed. Hurt, angry and...
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