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Explain my Procedure

If a picture paints a thousand words, what can an animation do for a patient's understanding of the consent process? Prof. David Wald explains…

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What are the issues GPs need to consider when dealing with errors relating to vaccinations? And how should GP practices proceed if an error occurs?

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We helped a practice to reverse a PHSO caseworker's provisional decision to uphold a complaint from an abusive patient.

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Creating a safe space to talk about weight

Weight should be a subject for conversation, not confrontation, says GP, educator and author Dr Rachel Pryke.

Communication

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On the record: conversations and evolved consent

Consent is too often seen as a transaction rather than a conversation, says Dr Michael Quinn. He believes the process must evolve in the interests of patients and doctors - and that technology can support this transition.

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