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Patient confidentiality
Confidentiality is recognised by law as an essential patient right and doctors have an ethical duty to keep patient information confidential. This detailed and up-to-date section explains the issues surrounding confidentiality and the duties of a GP. It also offers guidance to members who think there may be good reasons to breach confidentiality but are unsure whether they can.
Advice articles
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Case histories
- Driving licence revoked
- Pressure to breach confidentiality
- Drunk in charge of bicycle
- Divorce and disclosure of medical records