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The candour threshold

Health bodies in England must comply with the statutory duty of candour – but many doctors remain unclear on how and when it applies. Dr Michael Devlin cracks the code.

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When your career is threatened

Claims for negligence are an increasing hazard for doctors, but so are police investigations and interviews, which can threaten a career. The MDU supports and robustly defends members throughout.

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In defence of doctors

Although it's rare, doctors can and do face accusations of serious criminal offences. The MDU's in-house legal team provides the specialist support they need.

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A deadly mistake

MDU member Dr Rajendra Nayak-Kokkarne knows first-hand the profound distress an accusation of manslaughter arising from clinical practice can cause, and how the MDU's support can help.

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