Removal of medical equipment after death - Wales
If a patient dies and the death is reportable to the coroner, you should leave all equipment in place until you have discussed the case with the coroner’s officer. This factsheet gives you further information about what to do.
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Removal of medical equipment after death - England
If a patient dies and the death is reportable to the coroner, you should leave all equipment in place until you have discussed the case with the coroner’s officer. This factsheet gives you further information about what to do.
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Communicating with patients by fax and email - England
Electronic communication can provide a useful and alternative point of access for patients. However, you should ensure that, if sensitive information needs to be sent electronically, safeguards are in place to avoid breaching patient confidentiality. This factsheet sets out the potential risks of electronic communication.
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Guidance on treating suspected cases of Ebola
This guidance from MPS has been prepared in light of the current concerns about the Ebola virus.
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Medical Innovation Bill a serious threat to doctor-patient relationship, says MPS
Ahead of the debate in the House of Lords on Friday 24 October, the Medical Protection Society (MPS) reiterates its opposition to the Medical Innovation Bill as it has the danger to inhibit responsible innovation, give false reassurance to doctors, and damage the doctor-patient relationship.
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MPS survey: GMC investigations impact on the health of 72% of doctors
MPS calls for safeguards on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors
MPS notes Healthwatch England’s ‘Suffering in silence' report
Dr Nick Clements, Head of Medical Services at MPS says: “It is worrying that three out of five patients and care users that complain about their treatment feel that the system is failing to address their concerns. A culture of openness in the NHS is critical to improving the quality and safety of patients.
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MPS encourages doctors to ensure patients understand online medical records
While the Medical Protection Society (MPS) welcomes the significant increase in the percentage of patients who can access their medical records online, it is concerned that simply providing patients with access is not enough. MPS is urging doctors to also provide patients with the support they need to understand and use information safely, appropriately and effectively.
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MPS survey: Consent an issue for practices involved in seven day GP access trial
From the case files...
In this issue we bring you two interesting cases; the first encourages GPs to exercise caution when diagnosing haematuria, and the second highlights how various poor communication channels can have a negative impact on patient care.
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Risk alert: Controlled drugs
With the ever-changing legislation surrounding the management of controlled drugs, clinical risk manager Kate Taylor asks, is your practice is up-to-date?
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What make a patient safety culture?
MPS clinical risk programme manager Julie Price discusses how to build a patient safety culture in primary care.
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Are you social media savvy?
What happens on tour stays on tour, but what happens on Twitter stays on Google forever. Practices should be cautious when posting on social media sites, says web editor Jack Kellett and MPS medicolegal adviser Dr Rachel Birch
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The Canary in the coalmine
Dr Paul Heslin, a GP and occasional locum based in Dublin, looks at the misunderstood life of a GP locum.
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Digital dilemmas - Communicating with patients by text
How to manage online feedback
GPs are the most discussed group on NHS Choices; here are some tips to use patients’ comments to your advantage.
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The Apprentice
In her last column, our columnist Laura Davison, talks about her experiences of being a new GP.
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Safeguarding children - Northern Ireland
Doctors play a crucial role in protecting children from abuse and neglect. Surgery consultations, home visits, emergency department admissions and contact with other professionals who work with children help to build up a picture of a child’s situation. This factsheet is designed to help members know how to act and who to contact when they suspect children are at risk of or are experiencing harm.
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Controlled drugs - Scotland
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971) and the Misuse of Drugs Regulations (2001), GPs have a responsibility for controlled drugs (CDs) within their practice. This factsheet highlights what you should be aware of when carrying, storing and recording controlled drugs.
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A litigation alternative?
The Scottish Government is exploring the possibility of a no-fault compensation scheme – here Gareth Gillespie looks at how it works in Sweden
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Guiding you through the claims process
Following your feedback, Medical Protection has launched a new way of supporting you if you receive a clinical negligence claim. MPS medicolegal adviser Dr Sam Godwin explains what the changes mean
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