Going to the Multidisciplinary Case Conference for Child Abuse: A Review and Guide to the Medical Practitioner

Abstract

Multidisciplinary case conference is an important component in the management of suspected cases of child abuse and neglect in Hong Kong. The medical practitioner is one of the key professionals in the case conference to discuss the nature of the case, issues concerning child protection, and interventions to safeguard the child's subsequent welfare interests. Yet, specific guidance for the medical profession is lacking. In this article, the authors present an overview of the child protection case conference and practical suggestions for the medical practitioner when called to participate in the multidisciplinary case conference.