Team Sky doctor’s legal team to headline medico-legal conference

The conference will be headlined by respected defence solicitor, Simon Eastwood, who has represented several high-profile medics including Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman and former Chelsea football club doctor Eva Carneiro. Simon will talk about his work in supporting doctors and dentists through an incredibly difficult personal and professional time as well taking an in-depth look at the legal processes involved.

The full presentation line-up includes:

Conference presenter Martin Murray commented, “It is commonly accepted that regulation in its current form continues to be a work in progress. Our aim is to explore some of the myths and mysteries associated with fitness to practise hearings. By bringing together some of the country’s most respected experts, we hope to provide healthcare professionals with a knowledge bank that may be invaluable should they ever be unfortunate enough to receive a regulatory complaint in the future.”

The conference is recommended for any doctor, dentist, advisor, regulator or lawyer with an interest in medico-legal matters.