What would you do if a senior psychiatrist was slacking off, and staff had gone behind management’s back to report the matter? In this episode of Safeguarding Healthcare, Dr David Rankin presents Dr Leigh Haysom, the Clinical Director of Adolescent Health and Director of Medical Services for NSW’s Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network, with this difficult scenario. Dr Haysom offers insights into the complexities of managing poor performance and navigating potential legal ramifications. From addressing communication breakdowns to restoring trust among staff and executives, this episode explores essential elements of clinical governance.

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