Australian Health Law

Australian Health Law combines detailed discussion and critical analysis of Australian health law as it relates to individual and public health matters. It offers a cohesive, in-depth examination of health law at local, state and national levels, while also reflecting upon broader global considerations. The comprehensive coverage includes discussion of the underpinning influences and principles relevant to health law, the law regulating Australia’s health care system, health care practitioner regulation, key legal principles relevant to the patient-practitioner relationship, and health law in the context of the beginning of life, throughout the life course, and ending of life. Meticulously researched, this book is an invaluable resource for scholars, students and practitioners on Australian health law. Features • Clear and accessible content • Comprehensive discussion • Addresses both legal and ethical issues • Covers all Australian jurisdictions Related Titles Madden, McIlwraith & Brell, National Disability Insurance Scheme Handbook , 2013 Madden & McIlwraith, Australian Medical Liability , 3rd ed, 2017 Richards & Louise, Medical Law & Ethics: A Problem-Based Approach , 2013 Skene, Law and Medical Practice: Rights, Duties, Claims and Defences , 3rd ed, 2008 Smith, LexisNexis Questions and Answers: Medical Law , 2014 — ISBN13: 9780409348491