Speaking from experience: the value of peer-to-peer support
After a gruelling GMC investigation, a retired hospital consultant MDU member wanted to help others in the same situation.
2020, issue 19
2020, issue 19
2020, issue 19
In Focus
Leader
Relieving the pressure
If we expect doctors to be there for us in a crisis, we must properly support them.
News
Remote consultations webinar
Missed our free webinar on the medico-legal aspects of remote consultations? Watch the full recording again here.
In focus
Advice and Guidance Service in general practice
John Dale-Skinner gives some helpful tips on using the NHS Advice and Guidance service.
In focus
Changes and challenges: handling claims during the pandemic
David Pranklin, head of the MDU's claims handling unit, reflects on the last seven months and how his team has adapted to continue supporting members through challenging times.
Feature
Moral injury in healthcare workers
Professor Neil Greenberg discusses the concept of 'moral injury' as a result of working in difficult circumstances - and how to manage it.
Case study
Allergic reaction to anaesthesia
The MDU assisted a member who faced a claim after administering co-amoxiclav to a patient who was allergic to penicillin.
News
Fitness to drive and reporting concerns to the DVLA or DVA: new e-learning
How much do you know about reporting a patient's fitness to drive?
Claims analysis
Learning from GP claims arising after patient suicides
Assessing suicide risk can be challenging - but as John Dale-Skinner gleans from previous MDU cases, measures like mental state evaluations can help improve suicide prevention.
In focus
Seven principles of consent: latest GMC guidance
Key points and changes from the GMC's latest guidance, Decision making and consent
Claims analysis
Understanding the causes of anaesthetic claims
Analysing clinical negligence claims against anaesthetist MDU members and offering advice on managing risk in this speciality.