Coroner: hospital staff's policy debate delayed dying woman's emergency care

A 70-year-old woman waited nearly three hours. Emergency staff argued over who should treat her. A NSW coroner made this finding.

Why it mattersHospital delays in emergency cases can mean the difference between life and death. Internal policy disputes must never override patient assessment.

AustraliaThe case raises questions about emergency protocols in NSW hospitals and how disputes between departments should be resolved.

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