Dilemmas

A final-year student faces an unexpected test of her skills when she's called to help with a medical emergency mid-flight.

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Help! A patient gave me a gift – should I accept?

27 January 2025

A gift from a patient might seem thoughtful – but is it ever appropriate to accept?

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Help! I have feelings for a patient

20 January 2025

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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What should I do if I'm sexually harassed by a colleague?

25 September 2024

A foundation doctor calls the MDU for advice after experiencing inappropriate behaviour and unwanted physical contact on multiple occasions.

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I prescribed antibiotics for a friend and now they’re in hospital – what do I do?

17 April 2024

A resident doctor faces repercussions when his friend is hospitalised after inappropriate prescribing.

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Help! I upset a colleague

30 January 2024

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

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Should I give an estranged parent access to their child’s medical records?

18 December 2023

A GP in England considers whether to disclose a child’s notes after the child’s estranged father requests access.

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Can I amend patient records if key information is missing?

19 October 2023

An FY1 doctor calls the MDU for advice after spotting crucial information missing from a patient's discharge summary.

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Preparing a witness statement

11 May 2023

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