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15 July 2022
Confidentiality is an essential part of the bond of trust that exists between doctor and patient.
6 July 2022
A doctor's responsibility is to certify a deceased patient's cause of death by issuing a medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD).
The use of surveillance in healthcare settings can be problematic because of the need to protect patients' confidentiality.
15 June 2022
A quick guide on issuing fit notes to patients who have been off sick, and your ethical obligations.
9 June 2022
What you need to know about disclosing patient information to third parties.
6 June 2022
You have an ethical duty to offer help in an emergency if you can. Make sure you have adequate indemnity in place.
25 May 2022
Writing a good response is a crucial part of successfully resolving a complaint.
9 May 2022
Advice for foundation doctors responding to a request from the coroner or procurator fiscal for a statement.
6 May 2022
What you need to know about who can prescribe cannabis-based products.
3 May 2022
In the right circumstances, a DNACPR order helps ensure that a patient's death is dignified and peaceful.