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
IMG Articles and features 12/08/2022 Navigating culture challenges in the NHS as an IMG Preview Article Navigating culture challenges in the NHS as an IMG Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Working in the NHS can be an immensely rewarding experience but can also pose some unique challenges. Dr Maiedha Raza and Mr Solyman Hassouna offer some advice for International Medical Graduates on how to navigate culture within the NHS. Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 12/08/2022 Helping IMGs to get the most out of an NHS interview Preview Article Helping IMGs to get the most out of an NHS interview Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Interviews can be nerve-wracking. This article includes interview tips to help IMGs get the most out of an NHS interview. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IMG
Articles and features 11/08/2022 High profile patients Preview Article High profile patients Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview Treating high-profile patients can often present a unique set of medicolegal challenges and it is important that doctors protect themselves, as well as the patient. Dr Emma Green, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, discusses the common issues and sets out some advice Read more Article contains Text
Case report 11/08/2022 Sympathectomy claim centered around consent Preview Article Sympathectomy claim centered around consent Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview We defend consultant surgeon Dr R after a negligence claim from patient Mr P. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Managing clinical risk General Surgery Consent
Case report 11/08/2022 Abnormal blood results – alleged failure to follow up Preview Article Abnormal blood results – alleged failure to follow up Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Ms D, a 60-year-old woman, underwent a total hip replacement under the care of consultant orthopaedic surgeon Dr R. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Missed diagnosis hip replacement Orthopaedics
Articles and features 11/08/2022 Reducing the risks that come with remote handovers Preview Article Reducing the risks that come with remote handovers Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview Communication between clinicians during a patient handover is a known point of medicolegal risk. Dr Sarah Coope, Senior Medical Educator at Medical Protection, looks at how gaps in information, misunderstandings and assumptions can increase the risk of errors, conflict and complaints. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Record keeping
Articles and features 11/08/2022 Managing timetable conflicts Preview Article Managing timetable conflicts Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview When carrying out NHS and private practice work, it’s important to ensure that the needs of both your private patients and your NHS patients are met. Dr Heidi Mounsey, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, looks at one potential scenario and offers some guidance. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication
Case report 11/08/2022 Corneal graft surgery leads to claim Preview Article Corneal graft surgery leads to claim Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Ophthalmologist Dr L is accused of failing to warn patient Mr M of the risks of corneal graft surgery. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Consent Record keeping disclosure Communication
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Knowing your limits and boundaries as an IMG Preview Article Knowing your limits and boundaries as an IMG Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview When you start out in UK medical practice, you’ll be keen to get stuck into your new role and make a good impression but it’s important to know your limits and continue to develop your skills. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IMG
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Speaking up as an IMG – what is it, why do it and how to do it? Preview Article Speaking up as an IMG – what is it, why do it and how to do it? Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview It is important to speak up if you have concerns about patient care in your workplace, but doctors don’t always know where to start. Dr Henrietta Hughes provides advice on when and how to speak out. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IMG
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Thriving - not just surviving - as an IMG Preview Article Thriving - not just surviving - as an IMG Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Although working in the NHS can be an immensely rewarding career, it can become overwhelming if the right self-care and support is not practised. Here Dr Raza and Mr Hassouna have some ideas for you to consider. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IMG
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Preparing for PLAB 2 as an IMG Preview Article Preparing for PLAB 2 as an IMG Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Understand how PLAB 2 works and how you can get ready with Dr Aman Arora from Arora Medical Education. Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Discover your route to the UK with ‘IMG Shortcut’ Preview Article Discover your route to the UK with ‘IMG Shortcut’ Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview If you’re thinking about becoming a UK doctor, it can be hard to know where to start. Dr Kimberley Tan explains how a free course from The Savvy IMG can help you decide on your next steps. Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 10/08/2022 Top five considerations for IMGs preparing to come to the UK Preview Article Top five considerations for IMGs preparing to come to the UK Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Making a move to UK medical practice could be right for your career but how do you decide? Dr Tan from The Savvy IMG explores some of the key things to think about. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 02/08/2022 What does 'safe space' mean for safety investigations in the NHS? Preview Article What does 'safe space' mean for safety investigations in the NHS? Time to read article: 6 mins Close Preview Dr Sean Weaver, Deputy Medical Director, and Cassandra Cameron, Head of Policy and Strategy, from the Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch, look towards the 2023 introduction of ‘safe space’ in England – and what this means for patient safety Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... patient safety Patient experience Professionalism Investigations
Articles and features 02/08/2022 Breaching confidentiality: can doctors report a crime? Preview Article Breaching confidentiality: can doctors report a crime? Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Dr Emma Green, medicolegal consultant at Medical Protection, recalls a harrowing experience encountering a violent patient and considers the impact on confidentiality when reporting criminal behaviour or assault. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wellbeing Communication Ethics Criminal acts Difficult patients Professionalism
Articles and features 01/08/2022 Response to the review of Good Medical Practice Preview Article Response to the review of Good Medical Practice Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Medical Protection Society (MPS) has recently submitted our response to the review of Good medical practice carried out by the General Medical Council (GMC) . Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 28/07/2022 Top tips for IMGs preparing for PLAB 1 Preview Article Top tips for IMGs preparing for PLAB 1 Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview PLAB exams are a key part of becoming a licensed UK doctor for most IMGs. Dr Aman Arora from Arora Medical Education has some top tips to help you succeed with PLAB 1. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 28/07/2022 Significant event audits Preview Article Significant event audits Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Medical Protection explains how Significant Event Analysis (SEA) work and in what scenarios they would need to be undertaken. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... SEA
IMG Articles and features 27/07/2022 Communicating with your NHS colleagues as an IMG Preview Article Communicating with your NHS colleagues as an IMG Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Good doctors are good communicators – it’s that simple. This article examines how building your communication skills will stand you in good stead as a doctor in the UK. Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 27/07/2022 Pension considerations for IMGs Preview Article Pension considerations for IMGs Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview International medical graduates working for the NHS are able to join the NHS pension scheme; however, the decision about when, and if, to join should be considered alongside how this fits within your wider plans. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IMG
IMG Articles and features 27/07/2022 Essential actions for IMGs arriving in the UK Preview Article Essential actions for IMGs arriving in the UK Time to read article: 8 mins Close Preview Moving to the UK can feel daunting with so many things to organise. Here’s a quick look at some of the essentials IMGs need to organise to help with the transition to the UK. Read more Article contains Text
IMG Articles and features 26/07/2022 The GMC registration process explained for IMGs Preview Article The GMC registration process explained for IMGs Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Explore the different types of GMC registration and the evidence you will need to apply with Dr Rob Hendry, Medical Director of Medical Protection. Read more Article contains Text