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The Trial of Lucy Letby: The Inquiry

Episode 57: Toxic Culture

Aug 25, 2023
Explore the toxic culture in a hospital during the trial of Lucy Letby. Learn about the concerns raised by senior consultants, the missed opportunities, unresolved investigations, and the emotional challenges faced by medical staff
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  • Consultants faced challenges escalating concerns to management about suspicious deaths.
  • Hospital managers exhibited disbelief in staff harming patients, delaying police intervention.

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Concerns Raised by Pediatric Consultants

Pediatric consultants expressed concerns over the unusual deaths and collapses of babies in the neonatal unit, with Lucy Letby's association in all the deaths raising suspicions. Despite reviewing deaths internally, the concerns remained unaddressed until an external neonatologist highlighted the unusual nature of the deaths. Consultants believed the deaths were unnatural, leading to formal letters to management and the involvement of the police.

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