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Chaperones
Chaperones
Time to read article: 4 mins
The medical consultation is a challenge to both doctor and patient, whether in the community or in hospital. The need for more detailed discussions with patients, along with their increasing autonomy and right to make choices in relation to their clinical care and treatment, has affected the traditional role of the doctor-patient relationship. This has made maintaining appropriate professional boundaries in the doctor-patient consultation more challenging, however, the guidance from national and regulatory bodies is clear that it is always the health professional's responsibility to do so.
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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Time to read article: 16 mins
From 25 May 2018, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (1) will come into force and will have a direct effect in every EU country.
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News and updates
21/03/2018
Duty of candour – Scotland
Duty of candour – Scotland
Time to read article: 1 mins
A new duty of candour for all health, care and social work services comes into effect in Scotland on 1 April 2018. It places an expectation on organisations to be open, honest and supportive when there is an unexpected or unintended incident resulting in death or harm.
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Medical Records for Nurses in Primary Care
Time to read article: 1 mins
This new workshop will provide you with a thorough understanding of the importance of medical records and aims to enhance your skills in making and keeping quality medical records.
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NHS Scotland launches new complaints procedure
Time to read article: 3 mins
The new Complaints Handling Procedure places an emphasis on empowering all staff to resolve issues “on-the-spot” where they can. You also have to make sure you record all complaints, even those resolved efficiently. Sara Dawson explores all the changes below
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Championing change
Time to read article: 1 mins
Whether it’s a revised piece of GMC guidance, or a Bill going through the Scottish Parliament, we use our expertise to inform debates about changes that could affect your practice.
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Tailored support
Tailored support
Time to read article: 1 mins
Medical Protection provides expert support, advice and defence at every step of your career – supported locally by a dedicated team based in our Edinburgh office.
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News and updates
30/06/2017
New judgment on patient consent
New judgment on patient consent
Time to read article: 2 mins
The law on informed consent has changed following a Supreme Court judgment.
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Support for your development and e-portfolio
Time to read article: 2 mins
To support your development as a doctor and provide you with the evidence you need for your e-portfolio, we have developed a range of education and risk management resources using our wealth of specialist knowledge and experience.
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