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Our webinars are delivered by MDU doctors and cover a range of medico-legal topics. Register for an upcoming event or watch past webinars for free.

 

Upcoming webinars:

Getting communication right in practice

04 June | 7-8pm | Register here

Learn how communication breakdowns in consultations can lead to complaints and medico-legal risk, and gain practical, real-world strategies to improve clarity, manage patient expectations, and reduce the likelihood of escalation.

 

Get set for FY1

21 May | 7-8pm | Register here

Prepare for your first day on the wards with practical medico-legal insights, expert advice, and essential tips to help you start your foundation training with confidence.

 

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On demand webinars

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AI, confidentiality and consent: navigating the medico-legal risks

Explore the medico‑legal implications of AI in clinical practice. This MDU webinar covers confidentiality, consent and risk reduction for healthcare professionals.
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Using social media as a medical professional

Learn how to use social media safely as a medical professional with guidance from MDU medico‑legal advisers, covering GMC standards, professional boundaries, confidentiality and managing online criticism
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Demystifying CQC - insights from a former inspector

Gain insider insight into CQC inspections from a former inspector. Learn what inspectors really look for and how to prepare with confidence.
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Making wise career choices: guidance for early career doctors

Watch this on-demand webinar for early career doctors, offering practical tools and expert guidance to support confident, well-informed career decisions.
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AI in medicine and dentistry

Explore the legal, ethical and regulatory considerations of how artificial intelligence is transforming clinical practice.
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Surprises in UK medical practice - lessons for an IMG: webinar

Road to UK co-founder Dr Ibreez Ajaz, and the MDU's head of advisory services Dr Udvitha Nandasoma, explore ethical and medico-legal situations that early-career IMGs often encounter but may find challenging.
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Managing complaints

Learn how to manage patient complaints with confidence and compassion in this MDU webinar. Gain practical strategies and real-world insights to respond professionally and meet GMC and NHS expectations.
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Managing challenging behaviour in primary care

This webinar looks at managing complaints in healthcare. Learn practical strategies for handling patient feedback with confidence, empathy, and professionalism across all clinical settings.
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Medical examiners webinar

This webinar focuses on death certification reforms in England and Wales, covering key updates and offering expert guidance for healthcare professionals
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Navigate the NHS pensions maze: webinar

The Remediable Pension Savings Statement (RPSS) can signal significant financial and tax implications − especially for those who have seen pension growth exceeding the annual allowance. Accountants Armstrong Watson explain how this might impact you.
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Gross negligence manslaughter: webinar

Discussing updates and what you need to know about the medico-legal aspects of gross negligence manslaughter.
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Consent and the McCulloch judgment: webinar

Our webinar covers what you need to know about consent and its place in the medico-legal landscape.
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Introduction to communication skills

This webinar examined several 'pinch points' when communicating with patients, where things can either go well or not as hoped.
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How could changes to the NHS Pension Scheme impact you?

Changes to NHS pensions have left some healthcare professionals unsure how they're affected. Accountants Armstrong Watson help clear up the confusion.
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Managing complaints in secondary care

Learn more about how to handle complaints, steps to take when you receive a complaint, and tips on reaching a resolution.
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Managing the risks of the coroners' courts: webinar

This webinar covers when a death should be reported to the coroner, and writing a report for an inquest.
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Disclosing information to the DVLA: a joint presentation with the DVLA

What information can doctors disclose to the DVLA about a patient's fitness to drive, and under what circumstances?
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Employment law in primary care: webinar

Our session on employment law in primary care covers how to address some of the main issues a GP practice can face.
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Duty of candour - primary care: webinar

Healthcare professionals must be open and honest with patients when something goes wrong that causes harm or distress, or has the potential to do so.
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Patient safety framework: webinar

Learn how to prioritise patient safety and overcome the challenges of raising concerns in healthcare.
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GMC investigations and reflections: webinar

Find out what to expect if your fitness to practise comes under scrutiny by the GMC.
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Principles of patient consent and decision-making: webinar

Learn about the GMC's guidance on decision-making and consent, and gain valuable insights on how to apply it in your medical practice.
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Avoiding prescribing errors: webinar

This webinar explores the latest GMC guidance on prescribing, focusing on remote prescribing and patient consent.
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Assessing capacity: webinar

Our webinar covers what you need to know about assessing a patient's capacity to make decisions about their treatment, and other key areas.
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Opioids and the coroner: webinar

This webinar delves into the details of coroners' investigations, with particular reference to deaths involving opioid medication.
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Introduction to confidentiality webinar

Doctors have a legal and ethical duty to keep all information relating to patients secure, and not to disclose any information to third parties without a patient's consent. If you fail to maintain confidentiality, a patient might be reluctant to reveal the private or sensitive information you need in order to treat them appropriately.
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Resolving conflict with compassion webinar

This webinar provides a good introduction to the fundamentals of conflict resolution and considers the role of compassion when interacting with patients and colleagues.

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Get set for FY1 webinar

When you're the most junior member of a team it's good to know how you can slot in seamlessly. Watch our webinar and get tips on preparing for practice.
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Introduction to conflict resolution webinar

In partnership with the Medical Mediation Foundation, we consider ways of anticipating, understanding and dealing with patient or colleague conflict before it escalates.
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GPST3 prepping for practice webinar

When you're the newest member of a team, it's good to know how to slot in seamlessly and make a positive contribution.
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Decision-making and consent: guidance from the GMC webinar

We explore the GMC's guidance and how to apply the seven principles of decision-making and consent in everyday practice.
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Remote consultations webinar

We take you through the latest guidance, offer practical tips on delivering safe and effective remote consultations and discuss medico-legal considerations.

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Understanding coroners' investigations webinar

We help you to understand when a death should be reported, how to write a report, your GMC obligations and what is required of you when appearing in court.