Medicine, Ethics and the Law

(Hardback, 3rd edition)

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The new third edition of Medicine, Ethics and the Law takes account of the numerous cases and proposed legislative changes that have taken place in Ireland since the last edition in 2011. Written by one of Irelands leading medical law academics this title provides a comprehensive guide to the key issues of medicine, ethics and the law. This title is designed to be used by lawyers and healthcare professionals and provides an invaluable reference tool for anybody who requires accurate information and guidance on this area of Irish law. This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Irish Medical Law online service.

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...Prof Madden is clear, factual and pragmatic...Overall, the third edition of this book is a unique valuable addition to the literature on ethics, medicine and law in Ireland. It is an exceptionally well-structured and well-informed volume, highly readable, easily navigable and extremely reliable. -- Prof Brendan Kelly * The Medical Independent *

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Dr Deirdre Madden is a senior lecturer in law with research interests and publications primarily in the area of medical law and ethics. She was called to the Bar in 1989. Her books include Medicine, Ethics and the Law (BP, 2011) and Medical Law (Kluwer, 2010). Dr Madden was a member of the Medical Council from 2004 - 2013 and is a current member of the Health and Social Care Professionals Council. She is a member of a number of national expert groups related to medical law, ethics and patient safety. Dr Madden also chaired the National Consent Advisory Group for the HSE.