GMC investigation - an MDU member's story
One MDU member gives a personal account of weathering the storm of a GMC investigation.
2016, issue 6
2016, issue 6
2016, issue 6
In focus
In focus
Avoiding unwanted attention from patients
When the boundaries of the doctor-patient relationship are breached, it's important to know how to respond.
Leader
Impact at every level
The GMC's report on the state of medical education and practice offers some positives, but there is still much work to be done.
In focus
Closed groups online - a false sense of security?
'Doctors-only' online forums can be useful tools, but irresponsible posts can lead to trouble…
In focus
How to engage with patients
For whatever reason, there are situations where a patient doesn't engage with their treatment. Here we consider a typical scenario in order to answer some common questions.
Feature
Peninsula Face2Face - mediation and resolution for employment issues
Getting professional help can give practice managers peace of mind when dealing with employment issues.
In focus
Retrospective records
Keeping accurate contemporaneous records is a key aspect of good record keeping, but what do you do when it's just not possible?
In focus
Infection control in primary care
Ed Farnan answers some common questions from GPs on infection control.
Claims analysis
Analysis of meningitis claims
The MDU claims team take a look at recent cases involving meningitis.
In focus
Practical considerations when assessing capacity
Assessing capacity can be a complicated process, and knowing what to do isn't the same as knowing how to do it.
News
The MDU - our impact and influence
Discover how the MDU is shaping policy and inspiring change in the medico-legal climate.
Medico-legal dilemmas
Parental responsibility dispute
A young patient's father refused to consent to his daughter's vaccination.
News
RMBF launches Vital Signs guide for primary care
New advice and support for GPs and trainees highlights common stress triggers and encourages those affected to seek help.