Doctor's failings in girl's sepsis case particularly grave, tribunal finds
Summary
A medical tribunal concluded that Dr. Richard Thompson showed "gross negligence" in the care of Martha Mills, who died from sepsis in a London hospital in 2021. The tribunal found that Dr. Thompson did not properly assess Martha's worsening condition or arrange for her to be moved to intensive care, leading to impaired fitness to practice. Following this, Martha's Rule was introduced, allowing parents in England to request an urgent second medical opinion.Key Facts
- Martha Mills died from sepsis in a London hospital in 2021.
- Dr. Richard Thompson was the consultant responsible for her care.
- The tribunal found Dr. Thompson guilty of "gross negligence."
- Dr. Thompson did not examine Martha in person during a critical time when her condition worsened.
- An inquest revealed Martha could have survived if transferred to intensive care sooner.
- Martha's Rule was established, allowing parents to request an urgent second medical opinion in English hospitals.
- The Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service assessed Dr. Thompson's fitness to practice.
- Martha's parents expressed their grief and concern over her treatment and medical care failings.
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