Latest updates and advice

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Maintaining professional relationships with patients

30 January 2024

The doctor-patient relationship can sometimes expose medical professionals to unwanted attention from their patients.

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Common queries from foundation doctors

30 January 2024

We share some of the most common reasons foundation doctors call the MDU, and explain what you can do if you find yourself in a similar situation.

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Patients with access to online records - your questions answered

26 January 2024

Patients with online accounts can now see new entries in their records.

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Understanding the updates to the Irish Medical Council's good practice guidance

18 December 2023

What you need to know about updates to guidance underpinning the values and principles of being a doctor in the Republic of Ireland.

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Halloween hazards cause headaches for doctors

10 October 2023

We share some fictitious medico-legal scenarios inspired by unusual cases.

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Halloween hazards cause headaches for doctors

10 October 2023

We share some fictitious medico-legal scenarios inspired by unusual cases.

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Being a menopause friendly employer

3 October 2023

It’s important to have a practice policy that sets out support for staff.

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Effectively following clinical guidelines

11 September 2023

Ahead of the GMC's revised Good medical practice coming into effect in January 2024, Dr Ellie Mein discusses the significance of clinical guidelines.

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Sickle cell disorder - what you need to know

28 July 2022

Dr Kathryn Leask discusses medico-legal considerations with sickle cell disorder and how these can be avoided.

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Taking care of your wellbeing after medical school

15 July 2022

What to expect during your transition from medical student to foundation doctor – with advice on taking care of yourself during this busy period.