Malpractice or masterful practice? Navigating vicarious liability in healthcare

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World Journal of Clinical Cases

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World J Clin Cases. Jan 16, 2025; 13(2): 99071
Published online Jan 16, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i2.99071

Malpractice or masterful practice? Navigating vicarious liability in healthcare

Satvik N Pai, Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Swaminathan Ramasubramanian

Satvik N Pai, Department of Orthopaedics, PES University Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Bengaluru 560100, Karnataka, India

Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India

Swaminathan Ramasubramanian, Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Omandurar Government Estate, Chennai 600002, Tamil Nadu, India

Co-first authors: Satvik N Pai and Naveen Jeyaraman.

Author contributions: Pai SN conceptualized the manuscript; Jeyaraman N, Jeyaraman M, and Ramasubramanian S performed data analysis and wrote the manuscript; All authors have read and approved the final version of the manuscript.

Conflict-of-interest statement: All authors declare no conflict of interest in publishing the manuscript.

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Corresponding author: Madhan Jeyaraman, MS, PhD, Assistant Professor, Research Associate, Department of Orthopaedics, ACS Medical College and Hospital, Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Velappanchavadi, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India. madhanjeyaraman@gmail.com

Received: July 12, 2024
Revised: October 3, 2024
Accepted: October 15, 2024
Published online: January 16, 2025
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Core Tip: In the complex healthcare landscape, vicarious liability significantly influences the actions of practitioners and administrators. Using a poignant medication error scenario, this article delves into the legal basis and consequences of vicarious liability. It underscores the need for responsibility, patient welfare, and accessible justice. Through real-world examples, it emphasizes fostering an accountable, communicative culture to navigate healthcare liabilities.