Second Victim Support
A new online resource explores and supports the concept of second victims among healthcare professionals involved in adverse clinical incidents.
2019, issue 14
2019, issue 14
2019, issue 14
In focus
News
State-backed indemnity FAQs
The planned introduction of state-backed indemnity for GPs in England and Wales has understandably raised many questions for those concerned.
Case study
State-backed indemnity: don't leave your career exposed
Relying on state-backed indemnity alone won't give you access to support for all the issues a GP can face.
Leader
Health and Justice policy must focus on cutting claims costs
Despite easing the burden of indemnity costs in primary care, the government's initiatives do not address the cause of those spiralling costs.
Case study
Alleged delayed diagnosis of rectal cancer
The MDU was able to help a GP member who faced a claim from the family of a patient who died after being diagnosed with a rare colorectal carcinoma.
Interview
Medicine in secure environments
Dr Jake Hard discusses the medico-legal issues involved in the treatment and management of people in prison and other secure environments.
In focus
Working at a sports event: what you need to know
What you need to know if you're asked to or chose to provide medical cover at amateur and charity sporting competitions, or other local events.
In focus
Audit and analysis of lapsed NMC registrations
All nurses working in the UK must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and a lapse can lead to problems for nurses and practices.
Feature
Dealing with threats and violence in the healthcare setting
Dr Michael Devlin discusses guidance and advice around handling threats to the safety of healthcare workers.
Medico-legal dilemmas
Assistance dogs in the practice
A patient's assistance dog caused issues for a GP, who called the MDU for advice.
Feature
Working with healthcare safety investigations
A new patient safety body is examining where the English healthcare system can be improved, to prevent patient safety incidents.