Great Ormond Street Hospital’s investigation into orthopaedic treatment provided to 721 children by Mr Yaser Jabbar, yet again raises concerns about patient safety and how patients are still being harmed.
Mr Yaser Jabbar was the subject of an investigation by the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) who found that there was no justification for surgeries which were of no benefit. Reviews of medical records by the RCS found that Mr Jabbar had caused “serious harm” to his patients.
GOSH commenced their investigation regarding the surgeon some time ago and first wrote to families at the beginning of the year to advise that an investigation was being undertaken.
It has been reported that the “Former consultant surgeon, has been described by colleagues as “cavalier” and “blasé” and the department as “dysfunctional”.
It is also reported that families of the young patients tried to raise concerns repeatedly through the official complaints procedure.
Sadly the words “dysfunctional” appear far too often in cases where there have been systemic failures in care and management leading to patient harm.
We have acted for victims and families where the actions of the surgeon have been deliberate and led to harm to thousands of patients. We have also acted for client’s where the clinician is simply not experienced enough or lacks the technical competence to carry out complex surgical procedures which lead to patient harm. Whatever the reason, one of the main concerns is why the poor practice went on, in some cases unchallenged, for such long periods of time. In some cases, it was due to failures to work collaboratively with colleagues and seek input at MDT meetings, which led to the problems going undetected.
The GMC’s website indicates the orthopaedic surgeon was made the subject of certain conditions on January 4 – which included having a clinical supervisor at all times and seeking approval from the GMC before beginning work in a non-NHS post or setting.
We are experienced in acting on behalf of children in complex claims which require sensitive and careful handling.
If your child has been affected by the actions of Mr Jabbar then our solicitors would be very happy to discuss matters with you on a completely no obligation basis. Please contact us on 0370 086 4375.
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