Colin Leys
Professor Colin Leys is co-chair of the Centre for Health and Public Interest, emeritus professor at Queen’s University, Canada, and an honorary professor at Goldsmiths, University of London.
CommentRisks to the NHS when referring to private hospitals
With numerous systemic patient safety problems in private hospitals, the NHS cannot shirk its responsibility if patients are harmed in private hospitals, says Colin Leys
CommentTreating private patients in NHS hospitals – benefit or cost?
An independent investigation is needed into whether trusts are getting significant net additions to their income from treating private patients, and whether the drive to set aside yet further beds for private patients should be allowed to continue. By Colin Leys
CommentPrivate hospitals need to be more transparent about patient safety
They should be required to report all incidents