Medical Examiners (Wales)
An overview of the Medical Examiner role and NHS Wales Contract Template.
- Medical Examiners are senior doctors from any speciality employed by NHS Wales
- Medical examiners are senior doctors who provide independent scrutiny of causes of death within organisations in NHS Wales
- There are statutory requirements for NHS bodies employing Medical Examiners. Read the legislation covering NHS Wales
- NHS bodies must have regard to the National Medical Examiners Guidance - England and Wales
Resources
- Medical Examiner Contract (Wales) Template - This must be used for all appointments in NHS Wales