The GMC’s updated guidance on consent

Medico-legal adviser Dr Udvitha Nandasoma explores the key takeaways from the updated consent guidance in this short video.

9 November 2020

Dr Udvitha Nandasoma

Length: 8:10

The GMC's guidance, Decision making and consent comes into effect on 9 November 2020. It places greater emphasis on doctors and patients taking decisions together based on exchange of relevant information specific to the individual patient.

Medico-legal adviser Dr Udvitha Nandasoma explores the key takeaways from the updated consent guidance in this short video.

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