Crossbows and confidentiality
Injuries from weapons such as knives, guns or even crossbows can raise questions over confidentiality and a doctor's duty to contact the authorities.
2018, issue 11
2018, issue 11
2018, issue 11
In focus
Feature
Addressing mortality rates in patients with learning disabilities
Dr Dominic Slowie looks at the incidence of higher mortality rates in patients with learning disabilities, and what actions doctors can take.
Leader
Specialist support
The MDU's unique expertise is a vital component in our ability to assist doctors facing the most serious allegations.
News
MDU news update
A quick round up of what's new from the MDU
In focus
Breast cancer advisory complaint analysis
Dr Kathryn Leask looks at MDU members' advisory complaints relating to breast cancer.
Interview
In safe hands: stories of MDU support
Two doctors relive their experience of receiving a clinical negligence claim and explain how the MDU's support made all the difference during testing times.
Medico-legal dilemmas
Disclosure and parental responsibility
Issues around parental responsibility can raise several questions for doctors, as this example shows.
Case study
Alleged allergic reaction to prescribed antibiotics
The MDU stepped in to defend a member accused of negligently prescribing an antibiotic.
Interview
Introducing HSIB
Keith Conradi is the chief investigator at the Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch. He explains the organisation's work and its significance for UK healthcare professionals.
Feature
Analysing your medical records
Dr Mark Burgin explains how analysing medical records from the perspective of an expert witness can help doctors improve how they write their notes.