Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA) is the independent charity which promotes better patient safety and justice for people who have been affected by a medical accident. A 'medical accident' is where avoidable harm has been caused as a result of treatment or failure to treat appropriately. AvMA believes that whatever the cause of a medical accident, the people affected deserve explanations, support, and where appropriate, compensation. Furthermore, we all deserve to know that the necessary steps will be taken to prevent similar accidents being repeated.
We provide free and confidential advice and support to people affected by medical accidents, via our helpline and casework service and can refer to our panel of specialist clinical negligence solicitors or other sources of support where appropriate. HELPLINE: 0845 123 2352 (Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm) *
LATEST NEWS
05/02/10 WALES MAY LEAD UK ON DUTY OF CANDOUR IN HEALTHCARE
AvMA has written to Welsh Health Minister, Edwina Hart, calling for a duty of candour to be introduced as part of the new Healthcare Standards for Wales currently being consulted upon. For full Press Release click here
04/02/10 REACTION TO WISBECH INQUEST VERDICT AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR OUT OF HOURS GP SERVICES
AvMA has welcomed the finding of the coroner in the inquest of Mr David Gray - the gentleman killed by an overdose administered by a German out of hours doctor. For full Press Release click here
