Cases and insights

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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.

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

Practical tips to de‑escalate concerns, support your wellbeing, and reduce the risk of escalation.

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

How small mistakes can lead to claims and practice changes.

Real scenarios showing how clinicians are supported through complaints, investigations, and high‑stress events, with expert guidance and wellbeing support.

Dr Aoife Donohue, winner of the MPS Foundation Research Competition 2025 for medical interns in Ireland, and Dr Zulfiquar Sarani share their project.

Sinead Lay, Case Manager at Medical Protection, shares how we can support you with a breach of confidentiality through a case.

Case study exploring consent, parental disagreement, and record-keeping challenges in the management of a child’s behavioural and developmental concerns.

Dr Sarah Townley, Underwriting Policy Lead at Medical Protection, shares the importance of getting admin right.

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.

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

Dr Sara Jamieson and Dr Uzair Sidek share how Medical Protection supports you and discuss three case examples.

Dr Mark Burns, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, discusses the delicate balance between patient confidentiality and a duty to reduce the risk of harm.

Dr Lucy Gibberd, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, shares a case where a doctor made an error but took immediate and appropriate actions in response.

A project funded by the MPS Foundation is exploring Irish doctors’ experiences of fertility and family planning, pregnancy and motherhood, and the intersection between work and home. Sinéad Lydon and Sanjana Biju explain.