Specialist considerations for doctors who work in Immigration cente r s

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Specialist considerations for doctors who work in Immigration cente r s. Liis Mägi 14th December 2011. Common problems. Shortages of qualified staff Delayed and denied healthcare Primary care vs emergeny care vs specialist consultation - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Liis Mägi14th December 2011

Shortages of qualified staff Delayed and denied healthcare Primary care vs emergeny care vs specialist

consultation Improper care of mentally ill and other

vulnerable patients Denied, improper and insufficient

medication Infectious diseases

A lack of independent oversight to ensure the quality and effectiveness of care

Confidentiality Language barrier Cruel and abusive behavior by medical and

custodial staff