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Half of doctors say mental health is worse now than during the pandemic
Time to read article: 5 mins
Nearly half of healthcare professionals in the UK (46%) say their mental health is worse now than it was during the pandemic, and three quarters (75%) feel the Government is not doing enough to help healthcare professionals with mental health issues.
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Case study: Medical Protection offers advice and support to member during an investigation
Time to read article: 2 mins
An NHS consultant becomes involved in a Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch (HSIB) investigation.
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Case study: A consultant surgeon turns to Medical Protection when elective work is criticised
Time to read article: 2 mins
An experienced vascular surgeon is shaken when three recent deaths ignite an MHPS investigation.
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Case study: Doctor’s alcohol dependency leads to a letter from the GMC
Time to read article: 2 mins
Dr Ellen Walcott, a Consultant Geriatrician from Bristol*, was involved in a road traffic accident after driving under the influence of alcohol.
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Case study: Medical Protection represents a consultant during a GMC and criminal investigation
Time to read article: 3 mins
In the absence of representation from the Trust, Dr Benson*, a consultant physician, contacted Medical Protection for support at a GMC investigation.
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Case study: When social media and the press question your skills or conduct
Time to read article: 3 mins
Consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ben Wozniak* calls on Medical Protection after social media posts criticise his abilities ahead of an inquest.
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Challenging patients – what options are available?
Time to read article: 4 mins
Dr Emma Davies, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, offers some tips on managing challenging situations with patients.
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Medical Protection launches a new campaign aimed at supporting doctors through menopause
Time to read article: 3 mins
Patricia Canedo, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Medical Protection, introduces Medical Protection's new campaign which aims at supporting doctors and healthcare professionals through menopause.
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Female doctors must be better supported through menopause to avoid exodus
Time to read article: 7 mins
Female doctors must be well supported through the menopause to reduce the risk of a potential exodus of passionate and skilled clinicians from the workforce, according to Medical Protection.
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