Guidance through Breech Delivery: A Medico-Legal Perspective

By Mr. Timothy Hookway, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Posted 08 April 2024

10 Minute Read

Woman in labour monitored in hospital, illustrating the challenges and medico-legal considerations of managing breech delivery cases.

Tags:

  • Gynaecological Expert Witness
  • Gynaecological Oncology
  • Breach of Duty
  • Informed Consent
  • Birth Injury
  • Obstetrician Expert Witness
  • Breech Delivery

About The Author

Tim Hookway

Mr. Timothy Hookway

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Mr. Timothy Hookway is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, specialising in complex laparoscopic surgery and endometriosis care. Since 2016, he has developed a specialist endometriosis centre and focuses on pelvic pain and menstrual disorders.

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Guidance through Breech Delivery: A Medico-Legal Perspective