11.5 Agreement on Identity of Medical Adviser

The identity of the doctor (medical specialist) from whom the Delegate is to accept advice is a matter of interest to some advocates, in some cases. Also, some advocates may suggest in view of the risks inherent in presenting a report that the Delegate did not commission, that some agreement be struck – i.e. between Delegate and advocate – as to a suitable medical adviser.

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11.5.1 Points to consider re: consensus medical adviser - decision integrity

The identity of the doctor (medical specialist) from whom the Delegate is to accept advice is a matter of interest to some advocates, in some cases. Also, some advocates may suggest in view of the risks inherent in presenting a report that the Delegate did not commission, that some agreement be struck – i.e. between Delegate and advocate – as to a suitable medical adviser.

Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-srca-manuals-and-resources-library/liability-handbook/ch-11-medical-opinions-and-examinations/115-agreement-identity-medical-adviser/1151-points-consider-re-consensus-medical-adviser-decision-integrity