Question reference: S6W-25943
- Asked by: Stuart McMillan, MSP for Greenock and Inverclyde, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 1 March 2024
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Current status: Answered by Jenni Minto on 13 March 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government how many reports of malpractice have been made to Health Improvement Scotland regarding medical aesthetic procedures carried out by healthcare professionals, since 2021.
Answer
Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) regulates independent clinics, including those offering aesthetic services, provided by a doctor, dentist, nurse, midwife or dental care professional. HIS regulated independent healthcare services must notify HIS of certain events that occur within their service. You may wish to contact HIS directly for further information.