The value of discretionary indemnity is highlighted in this criminal case which was investigated overseas.
Read moreAn experienced vascular surgeon is shaken when three recent deaths ignite an MHPS investigation.
Read moreDr Ellen Walcott, a Consultant Geriatrician from Bristol*, was involved in a road traffic accident after driving under the influence of alcohol.
Read moreMedical Protection supported Dr Sanderson* who called the 24-hour advice line after being excluded from work following a serious complaint from a patient.
Read moreDr O’Hare contacted Medical Protection when she received a complaint from a patient’s parents regarding her conduct.
Read moreA consultant relies on Medical Protection representation when a complaint to the GMC occurs.
Read moreA medical student contacts Medical Protection after they assist in the aftermath of a road traffic collision.
Read moreRetired consultant Dr Gibbons* and his registrar daughter Dr Brinkley* contact Medical Protection when they receive a request from the Coroner for statements.
Read moreConsultant renal physician Dr Georgia Salisbury* is asked to make a statement when a patient’s care is questioned – she calls Medical Protection for help
Read moreIn the absence of representation from the Trust, Dr Benson*, a consultant physician, contacted Medical Protection for support at a GMC investigation.
Read moreOncoplastic breast surgeon Dr M is investigated after a late diagnosis of breast cancer.
Read moreDermatologist Dr V faces a claim after the death of his patient.
Read moreGP Dr S is called before the coroner after the death of a 13-year-old patient.
Read morePain consultant Dr M learns a difficult lesson on adopting multiple roles.
Read moreGP Dr T requests advice when his patient asks for their medical records. By Ibrar Mahmood, Case Manager at Medical Protection.
Read moreMrs A, was admitted for a triple coronary artery bypass graft operation for her NSTEMI. She had a past medical history of thoracic (T9-T10) spinal fusion for fractures secondary to a viral illness more than 20 years ago.
Read moreFrom summer 2022 GP patients in England have been able to have fuller access to their records through the NHS App. Sarah Baggot, Case Manager at Medical Protection, outlines the process and provides practical advice.
Read moreWhat happens when separated parents ask for medical information about their child? Dr Heidi Mounsey, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, looks at this common query to our advice line.
Read moreJulie Baylis, Case Manager at Medical Protection, looks at a dilemma which is becoming an increasingly pressing concern for clinicians in the ever-evolving digital era.
Read moreDr Emma Davies, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, offers some tips on managing challenging situations with patients.
Read moreDr Heidi Mounsey, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, looks at the dos and don’ts of social media use by medical professionals.
Read moreThe 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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