Press release 02/12/2022 MPS supports national campaign to raise awareness of fatigue amongst... Preview Article MPS supports national campaign to raise awareness of fatigue amongst healthcare staff Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview MPS supports national campaign to raise awareness of fatigue amongst healthcare staff. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 01/12/2022 Calls for women to join medical expert witness pool as data reveals 8... Preview Article Calls for women to join medical expert witness pool as data reveals 86% of GMC experts are men Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Calls for women to join medical expert witness pool as data reveals 86% of GMC experts are men. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 21/11/2022 Leading organisations in medical defence and healthcare electives joi... Preview Article Leading organisations in medical defence and healthcare electives join forces Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Press release 02/11/2022 Much needed independent learning review into handling of Dr Arora cas... Preview Article Much needed independent learning review into handling of Dr Arora case welcomed Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 28/10/2022 Medical Protection launches a new campaign aimed at supporting doctor... Preview Article Medical Protection launches a new campaign aimed at supporting doctors through menopause Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Patricia Canedo, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at Medical Protection, introduces Medical Protection's new campaign which aims at supporting doctors and healthcare professionals through menopause. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wellbeing Menopause
Press release 25/10/2022 Female doctors must be better supported through menopause to avoid ex... Preview Article Female doctors must be better supported through menopause to avoid exodus Time to read article: 7 mins () ★ Close Preview Female doctors must be well supported through the menopause to reduce the risk of a potential exodus of passionate and skilled clinicians from the workforce, according to Medical Protection. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... burnout Wellbeing
Articles and features 02/08/2021 Limitations of membership Preview Article Limitations of membership Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview We carefully consider each request for assistance, but there are some circumstances in which we are unlikely to help. View examples of where we are unlikely to provide assistance. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 02/08/2021 Vicarious liability / extended liability Preview Article Vicarious liability / extended liability () ★ Close Preview Important information for members regarding claims arising from your vicarious liability / extended liability. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 03/04/2020 Counselling service for members Preview Article Counselling service for members Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview Medical Protection offers a confidential 24/7 counselling service to any members experiencing work-related stress, or stress that they feel could impact their practice. Find out more here Read more Article contains Text
Case report 30/11/2022 Expert challenged over delayed diagnosis report Preview Article Expert challenged over delayed diagnosis report Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Oncoplastic breast surgeon Dr M is investigated after a late diagnosis of breast cancer. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... procedures Diagnosis Professionalism patient safety Investigations Expert Reports
Case report 30/11/2022 Equipment shortage and a delayed reaction Preview Article Equipment shortage and a delayed reaction Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Dermatologist Dr V faces a claim after the death of his patient. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication procedures patient safety adverse outcomes Negligence Consent
Case report 30/11/2022 An allegation of sexual assault Preview Article An allegation of sexual assault Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview Medical Protection steps in when the police investigate an allegation of sexual assault during a vaginal examination. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... patient safety Consent Communication Professionalism Record keeping
Case report 30/11/2022 Multidisciplinary care leads to inquest Preview Article Multidisciplinary care leads to inquest Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview GP Dr S is called before the coroner after the death of a 13-year-old patient. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... patient safety bariatrics Inquests
Case report 30/11/2022 Cumulative errors leads to a difficult birth Preview Article Cumulative errors leads to a difficult birth Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview A difficult birth leads to a claim for obstetrician Dr A. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... adverse outcomes Handovers Communication Record keeping procedures
Case report 30/11/2022 Mismanagement of diagnostic injections risks cord damage Preview Article Mismanagement of diagnostic injections risks cord damage Time to read article: 4 mins () ★ Close Preview Pain consultant Dr M learns a difficult lesson on adopting multiple roles. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... procedures Diagnosis adverse outcomes Professionalism patient safety
16/08/2022 Professional development courses overview Preview Article Professional development courses overview Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Reduce your risk with doctor-led professional development included in your membership. As an added bonus, many of our courses are accredited. These will count towards your CPD, so you can earn while you learn. Read more
Workshop 16/08/2022 Virtual workshops: Live, virtual training and discussions with like-m... Preview Article Virtual workshops: Live, virtual training and discussions with like-minded peers Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview Our virtual workshops have been developed by experienced doctors and recognised experts in their field to enhance your essential communication skills. Available to members at no extra cost with 2 hours of CPD. Read more
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
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Podcast 03/02/2021 Remote Consulting in Primary Care [Podcast] Preview Article Remote Consulting in Primary Care [Podcast] () ★ Close Preview Read more
Podcast 03/02/2021 Teleconsultations: Practical Checklist of Top-Tips [Podcast] Preview Article Teleconsultations: Practical Checklist of Top-Tips [Podcast] () ★ Close Preview Read more
Podcast 03/02/2021 The Story of Telemedicine – the emergence of a new way of working [Po... Preview Article The Story of Telemedicine – the emergence of a new way of working [Podcast] () ★ Close Preview Read more