What kind of action or inaction might constitute negligent medical treatment?

• Negligent medical treatment can include but is not limited to any of the following:
  • failing to warn a patient of any serious risks to their health and wellbeing prior to commencing treatment;
  • failing to correctly diagnose a condition in a timely manner;
  • failing to provide appropriate treatment;
  • if the required treatment goes beyond the capabilities of a particular doctor failing to refer that patient to a more skilled or knowledgeable practitioner;
  • failing to perform a medical procedure or surgery with reasonable care and skill;
  • failing to properly read or follow up on test results, scans, reports and x-rays;
  • failing to exercise due diligence and skill; or
  • failing to provide appropriate post-operative care.