Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Cases
Manuscript ID	99071
Country	India

Received	2024-07-12 11:08
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Category	Health Policy & Services
Manuscript Type	Editorial
Article Title	Malpractice or masterful practice? Navigating vicarious liability in healthcare
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Satvik N Pai, Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman and Swaminathan Ramasubramanian
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Madhan Jeyaraman, MS, PhD, Assistant Professor, Research Associate, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Velappanchavadi, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India. madhanjeyaraman@gmail.com
Key Words	Vicarious liability; Healthcare; Responsibility; Litigation; Patient welfare
Core Tip	In the complex healthcare landscape, vicarious liability significantly influences the actions of practitioners and administrators. Using a poignant medication error scenario, this article delves into the legal basis and consequences of vicarious liability. It underscores the need for responsibility, patient welfare, and accessible justice. Through real-world examples, it emphasizes fostering an accountable, communicative culture to navigate healthcare liabilities.
Publish Date	2024-11-08 03:51
Citation	<p>Pai SN, Jeyaraman N, Jeyaraman M, Ramasubramanian S. Malpractice or masterful practice? Navigating vicarious liability in healthcare. <i>World J Clin Cases</i> 2025; 13(2): 99071</p>
URL	https://www.wjgnet.com/2307-8960/full/v13/i2/99071.htm
DOI	https://dx.doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.v13.i2.99071

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