A new framework, aimed to help healthcare professionals integrate AI safely and responsibly into practice, has been launched by Medical Protection.

Introducing our new Retroactive Reporting Benefits - specifically designed for members making the switch from a claims-made insurance provider.

As healthcare systems grapple with workforce shortages and uneven access, clinical associates and physician assistants are stepping into pivotal roles. Prof Martin Brand, Medical Adviser at Medical Protection, explores how these roles are reshaping care delivery in South Africa and raising questions about their impact, regulation, and future potential.

Proposed mandatory mediation in South Africa could ease court delays, but complex medical negligence cases need safeguards, expertise and flexible processes.

Private practitioners can lawfully refuse non-emergency patients, but courts stress clarity on when doctor‑patient relationships begin and legal duties apply.

Doctors must report suspected sexual abuse of minors by law, with guidance emphasising early action, patient support and protection from legal risk.

Dr Nkambule shares how legal and clinical expertise supports doctors facing complaints, rising litigation and regulatory pressure in South Africa.

Medical Protection Society has called for clear rules as well as protocols that are tailored for the private healthcare sector to be included in the draft Mediation Bill.

Our new Member Guide is now available to download—giving you everything you need to know about the protection, support, and expert advice you can rely on as a Medical Protection member, and how to access it when you need it most.

Medical Protection Society (MPS) has outlined five commitments designed to meet the evolving needs of members healthcare professionals in Hong Kong.

Medical Protection has announced that, from 1 April 2025, membership benefits will be extended to Hong Kong members for any work they carry out in the Greater Bay area.

The MPS Foundation, a global not-for-profit research initiative that aims to shape the future of patient safety and wellbeing, is inviting applications for its 2025 grant programme.

The MPS Foundation, a global not-for-profit research initiative that aims to shape the future of patient safety and wellbeing, is inviting applications for its 2025 grant programme.

The MPS Foundation, a global not-for-profit research initiative, is inviting applications for its 2025 grant programme.

Almost three-quarters of healthcare practitioners (72%) say they have continued to work despite not feeling mentally well enough to do so according to a new survey - with many citing increasing patient demand and feeling that taking time off for mental wellbeing issues is not deemed “acceptable” where they work.

The MPS Foundation has announced the appointment of Professor Gozie Offiah as its new Chair.

The MPS Foundation has announced the appointment of Professor Gozie Offiah as its new Chair.