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- Child protection documents – storage and disclosure - 19 March 2010
The MDU has received a number of calls from members seeking advice about where to store case conference notes and other documents relating to child protection cases and how to respond to requests for disclosure in such cases. Here are some frequently asked questions.
- GP Good Practice Journal March 2010 - 12 March 2010
Welcome to the inaugural issue of Good Practice, a NEW journal for MDU GP and GPST members. This edition looks at Medico-legal dilemmas posed by advances in computer technology, the GMC’s new powers to help it deal with vexatious complaints and the new amnesty facility being offered to the medical profession by HM Revenue & Customs.
- Fit notes replace sick notes - 8 March 2010
From 6 April 2010, doctors will be asked to provide ‘fit notes’ for patients rather than the traditional sickness certificates.
- Are you licensed for Lourdes? - 26 February 2010
As Easter approaches many pilgrimages head for Lourdes and other sites of religious significance. Members have asked what the legal and ethical situation is if they accompany such groups and whether they are indemnified.
- An updated review of 'out of hours' complaints and claims in primary care. - 27 January 2010
Care of patients 'out-of-hours' (OOH) inevitably has its share of complaints and claims but occasionally a particular incident may generate headlines because it highlights apparent failings in the system.
- Review of bariatric surgery claims in the independent sector - 21 January 2010
This study looks at clinical negligence claims for compensation notified to the MDU since 2000 by consultants undertaking surgical weight loss procedures in the independent sector.
- In Practice Journal December 2009 - 1 December 2009
This issue of In Practice looks at possible dilemmas when accepting gifts from patients, removal of patients from GP practice lists and asks the question, "Are you confident about confidentiality"?
- CQC calls for better communication between GPs and Hospitals - 30 November 2009
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) says that until GPs and hospitals communicate better, patients remain at risk of harm.
- The doctor as a professional witness - 30 November 2009
At some stage in their career, most doctors will be asked to attend court and for many it’s a daunting prospect. In this podcast, MDU medico-legal adviser Dr James Armstrong provides an overview of the legal system and gives advice on how to prepare for an appearance in court and give evidence.
- MDU Journal November 2009 - 30 November 2009
In this issue of the MDU Journal, we look at the hidden dangers of social networking, prosecuting cases of assisted suicide, analysing anaesthetic claims and recap on the MDU Coventry roadshow.
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