"A comprehensive multivolume set that delves into the principles and processes for regulating healthcare professionals. It addresses a wide range of topics, including continuing competence, fitness to practice, professionalism, standards of education and training, and risk. The book aims to provide a thorough analysis of how these elements work, evolve, interrelate, and which are important or controversial. This set is useful because it provides a single, comprehensive reference source that rigorously analyses all components and their relationships in the regulation of healthcare professionals. It addresses the lack of clarity and clear definitions often found in existing publications and offers a practical guide for understanding the complex regulatory landscape. The set is written by an expert with decades of experience in healthcare regulation, ensuring that readers have access to accurate and practical knowledge"-- Provided by publisher.