Guides

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Guarding against wilful neglect or ill-treatment

30 January 2024

Wilful neglect or ill-treatment of patients is a serious offence. Read our advice on what to do when the offence applies.

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'Good neighbour acts' and volunteering at events

30 January 2024

Make sure you have everything you need when providing medical cover at amateur and charity sporting competitions.

duty of candour
Duty of candour at a glance

30 January 2024

Your quick guide to the duty of candour.

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Drug-driving and prescription medication

30 January 2024

Some patients may have questions about licensed medications and driving.

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Dealing with Valentine's Day advances

30 January 2024

How to deal with inappropriate advances from patients and avoid misunderstandings.

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Protecting yourself from a sexual assault allegation

30 January 2024

Sexual assault allegations can be distressing for everyone, so it's useful to know how to protect yourself from a misunderstanding.

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Decision-making and consent

30 January 2024

Doctors need to be aware of GMC consent guidance, which focuses on dialogue with patients.

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Conscientious objection

30 January 2024

Can doctors make a conscientious decision to refuse to provide certain treatment?

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Acting as a professional witness

30 January 2024

A professional witness (also known as a witness of fact) helps the court establish the facts of a case. Here’s what you need to know.

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Introduction to the NHS complaints procedure in England

30 January 2024

Your need-to-know quick guide to the NHS complaints procedure in England.