ABOUT Action Against Medical Accidents

Based in the UK, Action against Medical Accidents, also abbreviated as AvMA is one of its kind organization that promotes better patient safety and justice for people who have been affected by a medical accident. Founded in the year 1982 as the Action for the Victims of Medical Accidents, this organization was renamed later as it is known today. Headquartered in Surrey, AvMA is currently under the leadership of its Chief Executive, Mr. Peter Walsh. This is a premier organization that deals with the legal aspects of clinical negligence and promotes the safety and health of patient. This independent charity organization offers world class conferences and events for the purposes of training, progress and networking within the field. The Annual Clinical Negligence Conference and the Catastrophic Child Injury Claims are two of the major conferences to be organized by AvMA.