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Almost all of them began their medical studies with an ambition and expectation to make the world somehow a better place. Are the risk-takers any different from those in other jobs who cross a boundary into the dangerous territory of being investigated, penalised and, perhaps, sent into professional oblivion? Of course, their possible foibles are not generically different from any other human's weaknesses. Greed, dishonesty, lust and lack of scruple in doctors are no different from others but their flaws are probably more at odds with their original incentives, aspirations and belief systems.


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No doubt their privileges offer different and more accessible opportunities to stray from safe paths than others might - more tempting because liberties may be more personal and trust is assumed to be part of what they represent and who they are. Unlike many other employments, the practice of medicine generally has an earlier end-point than, say, law but similar to that of an airline pilot.

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Sale ends on 24 December at Product description Product Description Distinguished, retired Australian surgeon, Dr John Wright, has written this fascinating account of some of the most publicized and notorious cases of medical malpractice reported in Australia and elsewhere. John Wright has enjoyed a distinguished career in medicine in Australia, England, and the United States. His special interest was open-heart surgery, particularly for the correction of childhood defects.

Find out how to start the conversation and what you can do to help your child cope. Talking to your child about a tragedy can help him or her understand what's happened, feel safe and begin to cope.


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If you don't speak to your child about a tragedy, there's a chance that he or she might hear about it elsewhere. Take time to think about what you want to say.

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If possible, choose a time when your child is most likely to want to talk, such as before dinner. Ask your child what he or she already knows about the tragedy — and what questions or concerns he or she might have. Let your child's answers guide your discussion. Focus on the basics, and avoid sharing unnecessary details. Don't exaggerate or speculate about what might happen.

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Avoid dwelling on the scale or scope of the tragedy. Listen closely to your child for misinformation, misconceptions and underlying fears.

Share your own thoughts and remind your child that you're there for him or her. Reassure your child that what happened isn't his or her fault. Your child's age will affect how he or she processes information about a tragedy. After a tragic event, your child might experience a range of emotions, including fear, shock, anger, anxiety and grief. Your child's age will affect how he or she handles the stress of a tragedy.

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These reactions are normal. However, if your child continues to display these behaviors for more than two to four weeks, he or she might need more help coping. If your child has experienced previous trauma, remember that he or she might be at greater risk of a severe reaction. If you're concerned about your child's reaction, talk to a mental health provider.

It might be the last thing on your mind, but caring for yourself after a tragedy is important.

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Pay attention to your own feelings of grief, anger or anxiety. Lean on loved ones for support or talk to a mental health provider. Get enough sleep, eat a healthy diet and stay active. Taking care of yourself will enable you to care for your child and serve as a role model for how to cope. Want to Read Currently Reading Read.

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Return to Book Page. Preview — Doctors by John Wright. Triumphs, Trials and Tragedies by John Wright. Distinguished, retired Australian surgeon, Dr John Wright, has written this fascinating account of some of the most publicized and notorious cases of medical malpractice reported in Australia and elsewhere. The revealed diversity of medical misconduct is staggering. Well known entrepreneur and socialite, Geoffrey Edelsten, cases in America and Britain such as Dr Jack Kevorkian, the world famous advocate of euthanasia.

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