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30/09/2022
Abortion Act amendments – what they mean for you
Abortion Act amendments – what they mean for you
Time to read article: 3 mins
Dr Caroline Osborne-White and Dr Corina Lee, Medicolegal Consultants at Medical Protection, look at some recent changes to abortion law and what they mean for the professional expectations of clinicians
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Consultation response to the PSA review of the GMC
Time to read article: 5 mins
MPS submission to the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) annual review of the General Medical Council (GMC)
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Consultation response to the Civil Justice Council on costs
Time to read article: 6 mins
MPS submission to the Civil Justice Council consultation on costs
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Meeting Competition and Markets Authority requirements: What you need to know as a private consultant
Time to read article: 3 mins
Consultants who undertake private practice have a legal duty to comply with competition legislation and that includes engaging with PHIN, the Private Healthcare Information Network. Medical Protection outlines your key responsibilities when doing so, including how PHIN can help.
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Burnout review highlights need for urgent action
Time to read article: 1 mins
Dr Rob Hendry, Medical Director at Medical Protection Society (MPS) comments on the study by the University of Manchester into the link between burnout and patient safety.
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A roundup and our top tips for building a successful private practice
Time to read article: 3 mins
Starting private work may seem daunting but spending the time to plan and understand how to trade in this medical sector should ensure you build a successful practice. In the last of this series, we recap on the key points to consider and provide top tips for building your private practice.
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Don’t you know who I am? Treating patients in the spotlight
Time to read article: 4 mins
Doctors who treat high-profile patients face a unique set of challenges when it comes to ensuring they receive the best possible care. Dr Anthea Martin investigates these issues and offers advice on how doctors can protect themselves, as well as the patient.
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Professional boundaries
Time to read article: 3 mins
The doctor−patient relationship is based on trust. The GMC’s Good Medical Practice section on professionalism says that good doctors are “honest and trustworthy, and act with integrity and within the law.”
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Virtual workshops: Live, virtual training and discussions with like-minded peers
Time to read article: 1 mins
Our virtual workshops have been developed by experienced doctors and recognised experts in their field to enhance your essential communication skills. Available to members at no extra cost with 2 hours of CPD.
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