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Philippine Supreme Court Clears Surgeon in Medical Malpractice Case Over Failed Stent Procedure
July 09, 2025
MANILA, Philippines, July 9 -- The Supreme Court of the Philippines issued the following news release:

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SC Clears Surgeon in Medical Malpractice Case Over Failed Stent Procedure

The Supreme Court (SC) ruled that a doctor who offers proper medical advice, clearly explains the risks of a procedure, and secures proper consent is not liable for medical malpractice.

In a Decision written by Retired Associate Justice Mario V. Lopez, the SC' . . .

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