Independent inquiry into Ian Paterson must be catalyst for change

Summary

Linda Millband is the national practice lead for medical negligence at Thompsons Solicitors.

She led the team responsible for fighting, and winning, a legal battle on behalf of 650 ex-patients of disgraced breast surgeon Ian Paterson. Ahead of the publication of the Independent Inquiry into Ian Paterson, Linda reflects on how it should be used as a catalyst for positive change in private hospitals.