Advice centre

Medical Protection is calling on the GMC to halt plans to expand their register.

Dr Marika Davies, a medicolegal adviser, solves your dilemma around speaking up about unethical behaviour.

Dr Sarah Green shares her experience of working in New Zealand

Dr Rachel Thomas reflects on the memories of her first day as a F1 doctor

Professor Allan Gaw, from the National Institute for Health Research - Clinical Research Network, shares his advice on what to think about when interacting with other healthcare professionals

With the introduction of the new criminal offence of wilful neglect, there are now more criminal sanctions for doctors than ever before. There also seems to be more coverage of cases involving doctors which in my experience has all created a much greater awareness of, and fear about, the potential to end up in front of a judge.

Working nights is a great learning opportunity for new doctors to cover unfamiliar specialties, have increased clinical responsibility and deal with acutely ill patients for the first time. But, a lack of sleep can strongly impair human functioning.

Dr Charles Brantly shares his advice from learning on the job. He was an F1 in ICU at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.