Open disclosure is the open discussion of adverse events that result in harm to a patient while receiving health care with the patient, their family and carers.
The elements of open disclosure are:
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are those infections that are acquired as a direct or indirect result of healthcare. Healthcare-associated infections are one of the most common complications affecting patients in hospital.
The Commission works in partnership with patients, carers, clinicians, the Australian, state and territory health systems, the private sector, managers and healthcare organisations to achieve a safe, high-quality and sustainable health system.
Making a FOI request
The request must:
Board Members
The Commission's Board governs the organisation and is responsible for the proper and efficient performance of its functions.
In 2011, the Federal Parliament passed the National Health Reform Act 2011 (NHR Act) which established the Commission as a corporate Commonwealth entity under the
The Commission’s Board governs the organisation and is responsible for the proper and efficient performance of its functions. The Board establishes the Commission’s strategic direction.