Press release 12/02/2021 4 in 5 GPs fear reprisal over delayed referrals Preview Article 4 in 5 GPs fear reprisal over delayed referrals Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Nearly 4 in 5 GPs in the UK (77%) are concerned about facing investigation if patients come to harm as a result of delayed referrals or non Covid-19 services being unavailable or limited, according to a survey by Medical Protection. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 12/02/2021 Missed opportunity to reform GMC, says Medical Protection Preview Article Missed opportunity to reform GMC, says Medical Protection Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Medical Protection has called on the Government to move at pace to reform the General Medical Council’s Fitness to Practise processes, rather than tinkering by changing the number of regulatory bodies. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 16/01/2021 UK healthcare leaders unite in call to protect doctors as pressure on... Preview Article UK healthcare leaders unite in call to protect doctors as pressure on health service grows Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview UK healthcare leaders unite in call to protect doctors as pressure on health service grows Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 08/01/2021 A New Year’s message from the MPS President and the Chair of MPS Council Preview Article A New Year’s message from the MPS President and the Chair of MPS Council Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview As we enter a new year, we are cognisant that the ongoing and unrelenting challenge of COVID-19 remains at the forefront for most, if not all members. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 16/12/2020 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telem... Preview Article 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telemedicine increases post Covid-19 Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telemedicine increases post Covid-19. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 16/12/2020 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telem... Preview Article 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telemedicine increases post Covid-19 Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview 4 in 5 doctors concerned some patients will get left behind if telemedicine increases post Covid-19. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 08/02/2021 Why do patients complain? Preview Article Why do patients complain? Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Medicine student Complaints
Articles and features 05/02/2021 The Six C's: Common risks for new doctors (and how to avoid them) Preview Article The Six C's: Common risks for new doctors (and how to avoid them) Time to read article: 10 mins () ★ Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Prescribing Confidentiality Communicate Consent Competence Record keeping
Articles and features 21/01/2021 Surviving Medical School: Fitness to practise panels Preview Article Surviving Medical School: Fitness to practise panels Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Hopefully it will never happen to you, but it’s good to know what to expect if you ever need to appear before a fitness to practise panel. Here we explain why they happen, how to prepare, and the possible consequences for your medical career. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... GMC fitness to practise Complaints Professionalism
Articles and features 21/01/2021 Surviving Medical School: Social media Preview Article Surviving Medical School: Social media Time to read article: 5 mins () ★ Close Preview Essential advice about protecting yourself online. The article looks into cases and GMC guidance around online activity and social media, with key things you need to know as a medical student and junior doctor. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communicate Social media Professionalism
Articles and features 21/01/2021 Surviving Medical School: Communication between colleagues Preview Article Surviving Medical School: Communication between colleagues Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Good doctors are good communicators – it’s that simple. This article examines how building your communication skills at medical school will stand you in good stead as a doctor. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communicate Professionalism
Articles and features 25/02/2021 Surviving the pandemic - how can employers support doctors during COV... Preview Article Surviving the pandemic - how can employers support doctors during COVID-19? Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Dr Gabrielle Pendlebury looks at ways that organisations can support doctors' wellbeing, resilience and mental health throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting on measures that were put in place at the London Nightingale hospital. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... burnout
Articles and features 03/02/2021 Medical influencers – be aware of the pitfalls Preview Article Medical influencers – be aware of the pitfalls Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview Some medical professionals are now acting as social media influencers – using their social media profiles to generate interest in topics, products, brands and services. As with all online communication it is an area that offers benefits and risks. Dr Beth Walker, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, looks into the issue further Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Professionalism Social media
Podcast 03/02/2021 COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 2 - Case Studies [Podcast] Preview Article COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 2 - Case Studies [Podcast] () ★ Close Preview Read more
Podcast 03/02/2021 COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 1 - Guidance & Tips [Podcast] Preview Article COVID-19: Remote Consulting Webinar Part 1 - Guidance & Tips [Podcast] () ★ Close Preview Read more
Webinar 20/04/2020 COVID-19 webinars and webinar recordings Preview Article COVID-19 webinars and webinar recordings () ★ Close Preview During the COVID-19 outbreak Medical Protection is hosting a series of COVID-19 webinars for members around the world. Find upcoming webinars as well as view all available webinar recordings. Read more Article contains Video
Webinar 06/04/2020 Webinar recording: Remote Consulting during the COVID-19 outbreak Preview Article Webinar recording: Remote Consulting during the COVID-19 outbreak Time to read article: 61 mins () ★ Close Preview In this session Dr Rob Hendry and Dr Pallavi Bradshaw discuss medicolegal aspects for doctors who are being asked to consult with patients remotely in light of the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more Article contains Video
Workshop Building resilience and avoiding burnout Preview Article Location: Various (Read more for further details) () ★ Close Preview Building resilience and avoiding burnout The demand placed on modern clinicians means the possibility of burnout is growing significantly, impacting both the quality of care and potential increase in risk to patients. This workshop will help you recognise the signs of burnout and give you the knowledge and confidence to manage the symptoms to recover as well as prevent reoccurrence. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Health & safety Managing clinical risk General practice Issues & conflict management Stress Professionalism
Masterclasses Risk management masterclass for obstetricians and gynaecologists Preview Article Date: 23/11/2019 9:00 -23/11/2019 17:00 (Read more for further details) Location: London (Read more for further details) Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview Risk management masterclass for obstetricians and gynaecologists Take decisive action to reduce to challenges to your practice, with our one-day Risk Management Masterclass. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Masterclasses Risk management masterclass for orthopaedic, spinal and neurosurgeons Preview Article Location: Various (Read more for further details) () ★ Close Preview Risk management masterclass for orthopaedic, spinal and neurosurgeons Enhance your expertise, reduce your risk Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Orthopaedics Neurology & Neurosurgery
Workshop Mastering difficult interactions with patients Preview Article Location: Various (Read more for further details) () ★ Close Preview Mastering difficult interactions with patients This workshop helps you identify and utilise a range of different skills in difficult clinical interactions with patients. These skills can help you and your patients reach a more favourable outcome and still preserve the integrity of the important doctor-patient relationship. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Professionalism