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Our telemedicine hub brings together resources covering the wide range of medicolegal, ethical and communication challenges that may be presented by an increase in remote working.

These are designed to help you make the most of the opportunities that telemedicine brings as well as manage associated risks.

Treating patients in another country?

Medical Protection can provide indemnity for matters arising from telemedicine activity within your country of practice.

Members considering providing telemedicine services to patients outside their country of membership should contact us for advice specific to their individual circumstances.

 

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Articles and features 06/02/2020

Digital First Primary Care – are you ready?

Digital First Primary Care – are you ready?

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Mounting pressures on NHS services have made digital solutions inevitable, and NHS England expects all primary care patients to have the right to online consultations by April 2020 – but with new technology comes new risks. Dr Heidi Mounsey, medicolegal consultant at Medical Protection, advises on best practice

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Teleconsultations: Practical Checklist of Top-Tips

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Remote Consulting in Primary Care

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COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 1 - Guidance & Tips

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COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 2 - Case Studies

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Webinar

Remote Consulting during the COVID-19 outbreak

In this session Dr Rob Hendry and Dr Pallavi Bradshaw discuss medicolegal aspects for doctors who are being asked to consult with patients remotely in light of the COVID-19 outbreak.

 

Webinar series

Module 1 Essentials of teleconsulting communication

COVID-19 has accelerated the adoption of teleconsulting. This introductory module investigates the practicalities and complexities of communication in teleconsulting, gathering evidence and collated best practice from across the globe.

Date: 11 May

Time: 19.30

Suitable for: All medical members in the UK

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Module 2Tackling tricky teleconsulting situations

Remote consulting can aggravate already challenging situations. Understanding the limits of teleconsulting and communicating effectively is essential in avoiding pitfalls.

Date: 25 May

Time: 19.30

Suitable for: All medical members in the UK

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Module 3 Overcoming risky interactions with colleagues remotely

This module highlights the importance of clear communication with colleagues to reduce the risk of adverse outcomes. The experts will provide guidance on effective communication to ensure the safe transition of care and documentation.

Date: 8 June

Time: 19.30

Suitable for: All medical members in the UK

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Module 4 Ask the experts: Your teleconsulting questions answered

The live expert panel brings this series to a close with a discussion of case studies based on Q&A’s from the previous webinars.

Date: 22 June

Time: 19.30

Suitable for: All medical members in the UK

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