Medical Law
/ˈmɛdɪkəl lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The branch of law dealing with the regulation of the medical profession, healthcare practices, patient rights, and related legal issues.
Medical law governs issues such as malpractice, patient consent, and confidentiality.
Forms
- medical law
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Commentary
Medical law often overlaps with health law and bioethics; precise drafting should distinguish regulatory from ethical aspects.
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