Archbold Hong Kong on Public Health Reviewed
The Chapter on Public Health has been substantially reviewed in the latest edition of Archbold Hong Kong 2024.
Who are medical specialists and what is so special about them?
We have all been to different kinds of doctors. Perhaps a GP, a cardiologist, a dermatologist or even an ophthalmologist. But who are these “specialists”? How are they different from GPs? A recent case touches upon these questions.
Don’t Mess with Cats
On the same day (23/5), two persons were convicted of crimes related to cruelty to cats. In both cases, veterinarian evidence was essential in assessing the defendant’s culpability.
Lousy medical records lead to criminal troubles
More often, smaller clinics struggle with keeping medical records. However, a recent case shows that it is more than professional misconduct when a dentist was prosecuted as a result of poor recordkeeping.
Appointment as Archbold Hong Kong contributing editor
Mr Gordon Chan has been appointed as the new contribution editor of Archbold Hong Kong for the chapter on “Public Health”.
The Sign of Three
In a criminal case of peculiar facts, a detailed analysis of the medical evidence may help paint a complete picture of what happened.