Case Studies South Africa

Aligning individual autonomy and informed consent with African culture in oral healthcare

“The findings in this research could be incorporated into curriculum development on the informed consent process to bridge the gap between individual informed consent and African beliefs.”

Dr Hilde Miniggio, 2023 MPS Foundation Grant Recipient

Factors leading to dental complaints – especially the role of social media

“Supporting research that benefits patients' safety and healthcare professionals' wellbeing.”

Dr Jacobus Barnard, 2023 MPS Foundation Grant Recipient

Trusting non-specialist physicians to provide safe anaesthesia care in rural workplaces

“I was attracted to the MPS Foundation Research Grant as the focus of my project (safe anaesthesia provision in rural surgical settings) aligns with many of the goals of the MPS Foundation. It seemed a natural fit.”

Dr Gareth Davies, 2023 MPS Foundation Grant Recipient