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Browse our latest articles, interviews and videos created by fellow students and doctors - and find out how the MDU can help you during your studies and throughout your career.

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Latest student articles

In focus

Five common prescribing errors – and how the PSA can help

Medico-legal advisers Rachel Stewart and Jenna Fowler offer advice on minimising risk with prescribing errors and preparing for the Prescribing Safety Assessment.
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The Mental Capacity Act: a practical guide for students

IMCA, OPG, LPA – these are all commonly used terms you may come across while on placement. But what do they mean? Dr Ellie Mein decodes the Mental Capacity Act.
Videos

My experience as an FY1 with Dr Emily Kelly

Dr Emily Kelly talks to us about her first year as a foundation doctor.
Ethical issues

Are you using social media ethically?

Medico-legal adviser Sabrina Cardillo explores the ethical responsibilities of using photos or videos on social media as a medic and how to stay within GMC guidance.
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I'm considering doing an FY3: what are my options?

Deciding whether to take an FY3 is a big decision. Dr Seema Pattni shares some advice on exploring the best choice for you.
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Planning your FY3 and fulfilling GMC requirements

Considering an FY3? Make sure you work in an approved practice setting to fulfil your GMC requirements, explains MDU deputy head of advisory Catherine Wills.
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What I learned during my surgical FY1 rotation

FY1 Dr Kithmini Gamage reflects on her first surgical rotation and offers advice for new foundation doctors.
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Working within your competence during your elective

The MDU’s medico-legal fellow Rachel Stewart offers tips on maintaining professionalism and being aware of your capabilities during your elective.
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I'm a GP with anxiety and depression: here's why I want you to take care of your wellbeing

Dr Stephanie Slater is on a mission to end the stigma around mental health for doctors.

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Student dilemmas

Dilemmas

Help! I'm facing a fitness to practise hearing

A student worries about his future career when his conduct and professionalism is called into question.
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Preparing a witness statement

A student calls the MDU advice line when asked to write a witness statement by the police.
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Getting consent when observing patients

A medical student found herself the subject of a patient complaint after she’d observed during an examination by a consultant neurologist.
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Help! I upset a colleague

A foundation doctor calls the MDU for advice after they unknowingly upset a colleague during a tense interaction.
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A confidentiality breach

A confidentiality breach causes one final year student to worry about the impact this may have on the patient, themselves and the hospital.
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Help! I have feelings for a patient

A foundation doctor feels conflicted after being asked out for a drink by a patient, and calls the MDU advice line for advice on what to do.
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