THE THREE PILLARS OF LEGAL PROTECTION FOR DOCTORS IN THE ERA OF DIGITAL MEDICINE: PROTOCOLS, DOCUMENTATION, CONSENT
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https://doi.org/10.52692/1857-0011.2024.3-80.12Keywords:
digital medicine, legal protection for doctors, clinical protocols, medical documentation, informed consent, telemedicine, data privacyAbstract
This article explores the primary legal aspects of physician protection in the context of digital medicine. It examines three key elements of legal defense for doctors - clinical protocols, medical documentation, and informed consent. Legal risks associated with the use of electronic systems are discussed, along with recommendations to minimize liability. The author also addresses issues of data privacy and the use of telemedicine technologies, emphasizing the need for legal regulation and security standards in the digital environment.
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