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Cauda equina syndrome: MPS improves NHS Choices advice
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After previously rewriting the NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary on cauda equina syndrome (CES) red flags, an MPS medical claims adviser has gone one step further by improving the public information available through NHS Choices.
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Important update regarding the use of vaginal mesh
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On 10 July 2018, NHS England restricted the use of mesh. Read our position and guidance for members on this issue.
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GMC loses right to appeal – Medical Protection welcomes news
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In the latest development surrounding manslaughter in healthcare, the government has agreed to remove the GMC’s right to appeal decisions reached by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS). This change follows ongoing campaigning by MPS, and Dr Rob Hendry, medical director at Medical Protection, says this is great news for the profession
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25/06/2018
Practice nurses – the right indemnity for you
Practice nurses – the right indemnity for you
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As nurses take on additional roles in practices, it is vital that you understand your requirements with regards to professional indemnity. Diane Baylis, Clinical Risk and Education Manager at Medical Protection, looks at the different options.
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MPS: Legislation to remove GMC right of appeal must be brought forward quickly
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Medical Director Rob Hendry speaks at the Westminster Health Forum event on the next steps for professional healthcare regulation.
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MPS comment on Government’s response to Sir Norman Williams Review of Gross Negligence Manslaughter in healthcare
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Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, Education Services Lead at MPS comments on the Government’s response to Sir Norman Williams Review of Gross Negligence Manslaughter in healthcare.
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Redaction and anonymisation - doing your bit for data protection
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New data protection regulations came into force on 25 May and MPS is committed to fulfilling its legal obligations – correct redaction and anonymisation is one way that you can play your part in safeguarding data.
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The Welsh Government has announced its intention to introduce a state-backed scheme for clinical negligence indemnity, for GPs in Wales
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Simon Kayll, CEO at the Medical Protection Society (MPS), commented on the Welsh Government's announcement of its intention to introduce a state-backed scheme for clinical negligence indemnity, for GPs in Wales
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MPS works with NICE to revise cauda equina syndrome red flags
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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) has been instrumental in a revision to the NICE Clinical Knowledge Summaries (CKS) red flag symptoms for cauda equina syndrome. The changes will help healthcare professionals diagnose the condition and make referrals earlier, enabling prevention of irreversible nerve damage and disability.
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