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Issue 30

Summer 2024

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Main feature

Left-right discrimination and laterality errors

Despite being something most clinicians might take for granted, laterality-based decisions can still cause confusion - as Prof. Gerry Gormley...

Also in Summer 2024

Medico-legal dilemmas

Medical examiner seeking records

The introduction of the medical examiner system in 2024 might prompt questions around disclosing patient information - as this dilemma demonstrates.

In focus

Medico-legal considerations of lifestyle medicine

Lifestyle medicine is increasing in both its scope and in popularity – but what medico-legal factors do you need to consider before taking it on?

In focus

New government - new conversations?

With a new government comes a fresh chance to engage policy makers with issues that matter to our members, and the whole healthcare profession.

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GMC advice on protests and activism

The GMC has explained its approach to concerns raised about doctors taking part in protests or other forms of activism.

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Fatigue in the NHS: a member's experience

One MDU member shares their story of how fatigue affected their practice, and their patients.

Health and wellbeing
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Large and small interconnected cogs

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Speaking from experience: the value of peer-to-peer support

After a gruelling GMC investigation, a retired hospital consultant MDU member wanted to help others in the same situation.

Health and wellbeing Being sued
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GMC investigation - an MDU member's story

One MDU member gives a personal account of weathering the storm of a GMC investigation.

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Warning letters to patients: a practical guide

Issuing a formal warning to patients about their behaviour isn't a step most doctors take lightly – but if you ever have to, here's what you should know.

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Corporate medical indemnity: do you know what you need?

Who would defend you if you received a claim against your company?

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"Help! I'm being sued!" What to expect when you receive a claim

Whether it arrives out of the blue or you have an inkling it’s on its way, receiving a claim for clinical negligence is not a pleasant experience.

Being sued
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Playing it safe - safety netting advice

Good safety netting practice is a key part of good communication skills between you and your patients, as Dr Sarah Jarvis explains.

Managing incidents Records and reports Prescribing
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Managing patient complaints

Complaints are unavoidable, so knowing how to deal with them appropriately when they arise is vital. Our comprehensive guide takes you through what you need to know.

Complaints Managing incidents
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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.

Communication Consent
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Beneath the White Coat: in conversation with Dame Clare Gerada

Dame Clare Gerada speaks to Dr Catherine Wills about doctors' mental health and her work with the charity Doctors in Distress.

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