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Dr Pallavi Bradshaw comments on junior doctor’s proposed new contract
Time to read article: 1 mins
Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, Education Services (UK) Lead, shares her comments on the junior doctor’s proposed new contract.
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Delayed diagnosis of lung cancer
Time to read article: 2 mins
Mr U has a hernia repair and is later diagnosed with lung cancer. He makes a claim against two surgeons involved, alleging it should have been identified sooner.
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Testamentary capacity – understanding the part you play
Time to read article: 4 mins
Navigating the legal background and providing practical advice for doctors, Ricky Kimachia, advisory case manager at Medical Protection, considers recent queries from members regarding testamentary capacity.
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Articles and features
18/06/2019
Learning on the job: My top tips
Learning on the job: My top tips
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Dr Charles Brantly shares his experience of what it takes to learn on the job and become a better doctor each day.
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MDU takes legal action against Government over state-backed GP indemnity scheme
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Existing Liabilities Scheme for MPS members working in general practice in England.
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18/06/2019
Power and Responsibility
Power and Responsibility
Time to read article: 3 mins
Dr Deborah Bowman discusses the pressure and challenge for new doctors as they begin their career.
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The Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch (HSIB): what you need to know
Time to read article: 3 mins
When investigating patient safety incidents, it is vital that this is done in an open and honest manner, without apportionment of blame. The Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch (HSIB) has operated since 2017 but what should you do if you become part of an investigation? Sarah Pickering, advisory case manager at Medical Protection, finds out
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Articles and features
17/06/2019
GP dilemma: prescribing valproate
GP dilemma: prescribing valproate
Time to read article: 3 mins
As a GP, what should you do when a patient already taking a valproate medicine
attends for another prescription without meeting specific safety criteria?
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