Guides

Local resolution meetings can be a helpful way to resolve complaints. Here's what you need to know.

The Caldicott principles: the proposed updates explained
The Caldicott principles and guardian roles explained

31 March 2023

What you need to know about the Caldicott principles and the National Data Guardian.

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How to prepare for an internal meeting after an adverse incident

13 March 2023

Getting prepared ahead of an internal investigation meeting is key. Here's our advice.

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GMC provisional enquiries

17 February 2023

Here's what you need to know about GMC provisional enquiries and what to do if your case is being dealt with as one.

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Effective record-keeping

2 February 2023

Clear, accurate records support clinical decision-making and patient care.

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Dealing with challenging patients

30 January 2023

Patients become ‘challenging’ for a number of reasons. Here, we advise on managing the patient while protecting yourself, staff and other patients.

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Montgomery and informed consent

30 January 2023

Explaining informed consent and the significance of Montgomery vs Lanarkshire Health Board.

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Using social media

20 December 2022

Advice for maintaining professional integrity and boundaries on social media.

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Dealing with online criticism

20 December 2022

What to do and how to respond when patients go online to criticise you.

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Assessing fitness to drive

19 December 2022

You have responsibilities to a patient if their condition or treatment affects their ability or fitness to drive.