Insurance squeezes bariatric surgeons

A recent study reveals that skyrocketing professional indemnity insurance (PII) costs are forcing bariatric surgeons in Australia to consider closing their practices, jeopardizing access to vital, life-saving procedures for patients with severe obesity. The study highlights the impact of no-win, no-fee legal practices, inaccurate expert testimony, and the need for urgent reforms to protect both patients and surgeons.

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