Legal Protection for Health Workers Against Plastic Surgery Cases in Indonesian Hospitals

Abstract

This paper analyzes legal protection for health workers in handling plastic surgery cases in Indonesian hospitals. The development of plastic surgery in Indonesia for both reconstruction and aesthetic purposes has led to an increase in the risk of malpractice that can have an impact on health workers. Through a review of laws and regulations, journals, and case studies, this paper outlines the regulatory framework that protects health workers, as well as the challenges in their implementation. The results of the study show that legal protection for health workers is regulated in Law No. 17 of 2023 concerning Health and related regulations, which include the right to legal assistance in dealing with alleged malpractice. However, the lack of public understanding of plastic surgery procedures, lack of informed consent, and unclear service standards are risk factors for health workers. It is recommended to strengthen legal protection mechanisms, increase the understanding of health workers about legal aspects, and the active role of professional organizations in providing assistance.