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More doctors in the UK choose the MDU for their indemnity than any other medical defence organisation.
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Led and staffed by doctors with real life experience of the pressure you face.
Over 98% of calls to the MDU medico-legal helpline are connected straight to a medico-legal adviser during normal working hours.
In 2021 we successfully defended over 85% of claims, making no compensation payments to patients.
Our expert team of doctors, lawyers and claims handlers are on hand to provide support when you need it.
Founded in 1885, we are proud of our heritage yet always looking forward and shaping our products and services to meet the changing needs of the profession.
Broaden your understanding of a range of medico-legal topics with our webinars, delivered by MDU doctors.
Your decisions change lives for good.
That's why, should something go wrong, we're with you every step of the way.
With state-backed indemnity, you still need our expert guidance. MDU support can help reduce any anxiety or stress.
Book a free 20 minute consultation with Armstrong Watson.
A selection of members' medico-legal dilemmas and examples of how we can help.
Supporting displaced medical students in Ukraine with online education and free membership.
You can call our medico-legal helpline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Find out about the membership benefits for your role, and everything you need to know about joining us, from getting a quote to applying.
MDU medico-legal adviser Dr Ellie Mein offers advice on holding a complaint resolution meeting.
What you need to know about the Caldicott principles and the National Data Guardian.
What should you do if you find yourself on the receiving end of unwelcome attention from a patient?
Clear, accurate records support clinical decision-making and patient care.
Patients become ‘challenging’ for a number of reasons. Here, we advise on managing the patient while protecting yourself, staff and other patients.