Legal Analysis of the Role of the Medical Committee in Settlement Medical Personnel

Abstract

Introduction: As medical technology advances and public legal awareness increases, disputes between medical personnel and patients are coming to light more frequently, including allegations of malpractice, violations of medical standards, and hospital administrative issues. These disputes can potentially affect the quality of health services and public trust in medical institutions. The Medical Committee, as a body regulated by legislation, has an essential role in regulating and supervising medical practice and handling disputes objectively and professionally.
Objectives: This study aims to analyze the role of the Medical Committee in resolving medical personnel disputes in Indonesia through a study of existing regulations and implementation practices.
Methods: This study uses a normative juridical method to reveal how the Medical Committee performs its function in handling disputes and provides recommendations for system improvement..
Results: The findings show that medical audit, ethics, and professional discipline subcommittees are crucial in ensuring high standards of care and fair dispute resolution. Medical audits serve as internal evaluation and improvement tools and objective evidence in legal proceedings. The Ethics and Professional Discipline Subcommittee is responsible for enforcing professional standards and improving the quality of medical services through evaluation and discipline based on the principles of professionalism.
Conclusions: This study underscores the critical role of the medical committee in navigating disputes involving medical personnel, emphasizing its function within the legal framework to mediate and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. By facilitating resolution processes, the medical committee not only upholds professional standards but also fosters a supportive environment that balances legal obligations and the welfare of medical professionals. This approach contributes to a more effective, transparent, and fair dispute resolution system, promoting a cohesive healthcare environment.