Cases and insights

Dr Victoria Cox and Dr Ellen Walshe, Medicolegal Consultants at Medical Protection, discuss how doctors can maintain professional boundaries, uphold medical professionalism and navigate ethical challenges in clinical practice while protecting patient trust.

Dr Brian Charles, Medical Consultant at Medical Protection, discusses balancing clinical judgement with established guidelines to deliver reliable care while managing medicolegal risk.

Dr Danny Lee, Senior Medical Adviser at Medical Protection, shares what to do when you disagree with your colleague.

Dr Sara Jamieson, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, discusses the new role of Chief Medical Executive and what it involves.

Dr Samantha King, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, shares an evidence-based overview of prescribing risks in telehealth, with practical guidance for clinicians on medication safety, regulatory standards and patient assessment.

Mpho Siphugu, Claims Manager and Musa Dhladhla, Case Manager, both at Medical Protection, examine a case on a post-caesarean fatality where expert evidence confirmed that the anaesthetist’s care met accepted standards.

Dr Brian Charles, Emergency Physician and Medical Protection Consultant, based in Barbados, shares how effective communication is key to preventing complaints and building a good doctor-patient relationship.

Rosalyn Chaloner, Case Manager at Medical Protection, discusses a case of dental injury caused by endotracheal tube and the importance of consent, documentation and early support.

Professor Dame Jane Dacre, outgoing President of MPS Council, shares her reflections from her eight-year tenure.

Dr Volker Hitzeroth, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, shares how AI scribing can support efficiency in healthcare, but clinicians remain responsible for ensuring safe use through proper consent, data handling, accuracy and oversight.

Medical Protection is aware of the concerns many doctors are experiencing following delays in the processing and issuance of 2026 Annual Practising Certificates (APCs). We recognise the uncertainty this has created for practitioners and want to provide clear reassurance to our members.