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Addis Ababa Food and Drug Authority Reports Rise in Medical Malpractice Complaints
TIKVAH Ethiopia · 3 hours ago · Read the Full Story on TIKVAH Ethiopia
AI SUMMARY
The Addis Ababa Food and Drug Authority reported an increase in medical malpractice complaints involving death and physical disability, leading to disciplinary actions against 31 health professionals.
- The Addis Ababa Food and Drug Authority received 42 formal complaints regarding medical malpractice.
- The complaints include cases involving fatalities and physical disabilities, particularly affecting infants, pregnant women, and maternity care.
- Growing public awareness and better reporting habits are cited as primary drivers for the rising volume of complaints.
- Following investigations, 31 health professionals were found liable and held accountable.
- The disciplined personnel include 9 doctors, 14 nurses, 3 midwives, 3 health officers, 1 anesthetist, and 1 emergency surgery specialist.
- Thirty professionals received medical license suspensions ranging from one month to one year and two months, while one received a written warning.
- Potential contributors to medical errors cited by the authority include resource shortages, professional negligence, and a lack of necessary skills.
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