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How do FTP hearings work?
Time to read article: 3 mins
The GMC and the doctor in question are both invited to attend. The GMC is normally represented at the hearing by a barrister and the doctor is usually present and legally represented. Both parties may call witnesses to give evidence, who may be crossexamined by the other party. The Panel may also put questions to the witnesses.
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Timeline - Professionalism through the years
Time to read article: 1 mins
Key decisions, observations and incidents that have influenced expectations around standards of professionalism over the years...
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A new criminal offence for doctors
Time to read article: 2 mins
The government is introducing a new criminal offence for healthcare workers who wilfully neglect or ill-treat patients. The new offence may seem uncontentious but, in practice, it could have significant unintended consequences that could negatively impact on the professional lives of all healthcare workers, including doctors.
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Medical Innovation Bill
Time to read article: 2 mins
The Medical Innovation Bill, promoted by Lord Saatchi, proposes legal protection for doctors who try novel treatments for patients for whom standard treatments are no longer effective. The Bill is currently undergoing further scrutiny in the House of Lords.
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The accused
The accused
Time to read article: 4 mins
Public exposure from complaints and claims can cause doctors to face a trial by media. In 2011, a UK GP was accused of sexually motivated conduct when he examined a patient’s chest – he shares his experience with Sara Dawson
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Articles and features
03/07/2017
Hot topic: Approved practice settings
Hot topic: Approved practice settings
Time to read article: 1 mins
MPS medicolegal adviser Dr Pallavi Bradshaw flags changes to approved practice settings for F2s
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Articles and features
03/07/2017
How we set subscriptions
How we set subscriptions
Time to read article: 2 mins
General practice is an increasingly challenging and high-risk environment in which to practise medicine. Chief Executive Simon Kayll, explains how we assess those risks and calculate GP membership subscriptions
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Articles and features
03/07/2017
Expert advice to avoid claims and complaints
Expert advice to avoid claims and complaints
Time to read article: 2 mins
We can provide you with expert advice on a wide range of topic areas, doctor to doctor, over the phone, via email or through our extensive online resources.
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Articles and features
03/07/2017
Supporting you with your professional assessments
Supporting you with your professional assessments
Time to read article: 2 mins
We understand that your primary focus during your training is to pass all elements of the MRCGP assessments, therefore we can provide you with additional benefits to help improve your performance in consultation and support your preparation for your exams.
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