Healthcare is by nature an emotive profession, and it's unsurprising that disputes can arise between doctors, patients and others involved in patients' care. Oscar Mathew explains the process of mediation and offers some insight into how to resolve conflicts for the benefit of everyone involved.
Interview
The MDU provides doctors with medico-legal advice and representation in their time of need, and we also use our expertise to advocate legal and regulatory reforms in the interests of our members.
Leader
Dr Christine Tomkins explains how the benefits of MDU membership extend well beyond providing doctors with professional indemnity.
In focus
Dr Carol Chu looks over complaints received by MDU members around cervical smear tests to draw out some key risk management advice.
Feature
Glaucoma is a common and easily misdiagnosed condition, and poor standards of care can put both patients and doctors at risk. Prof. Peter Shah has been treating glaucoma patients for over 25 years and shares some of the lessons he has learned.
In focus
What should you do if patients expect an unrealistic outcome from their treatment? Dr Beverley Ward offers some advice on managing different perspectives.
In focus
What lessons can be learned from analysing complaints received by doctors about cases involving prostate and testicular cancers?
News
We've made it easier for members to access our expert guidance and advice on the move.
Case study
The MDU defended a GP member in a high value case concerning an alleged failure to refer to hospital for suspected endocarditis.