Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Oral Surgeon (Maxillofacial or Oral & Maxillofacial Consultant) to provide a medico-legal report in a clinical negligence case involving delayed diagnosis and treatment of facial fractures.
π¦· Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon β Clinical Negligence Expert Report
π Location: MK8 (Milton Keynes)
π· Fee: Β£1,200
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Report Due: Within 10β14 Days
π Medical Records: Approx. 650+ Pages
π Case Overview:
The claimant sustained significant facial trauma and was initially discharged from A&E without a fracture diagnosis.
Upon persistent symptoms and further review, multiple jaw fractures were identified β including parasymphysis and subcondylar fractures β which led to:
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A missed opportunity for timely surgical intervention.
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Facial asymmetry and ongoing functional limitations.
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An additional complication involving loss of consciousness during pre-op, allegedly linked to intravenous access.
π Expert Requirements:
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Conduct a face-to-face clinical assessment in or around Milton Keynes.
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Review approximately 650+ pages of medical records.
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Provide a detailed report addressing Causation and Condition & Prognosis.
β Confirmation Required:
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Availability for assessment & location.
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Turnaround time (within 10β14 days).
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Number of clinical negligence cases handled annually.
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Ratio of Claimant vs Defendant instructions.
If you are available to assist, please apply or email jacqui.smith@thinkworkforce.co.uk