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Doctors' body responds to GMC report that discrimination in medicine is ‘persistent and pernicious’

Dr Naeem Nazem, head of medical at MDDUS, said: “Our own research shines a light on the harsh reality of working life for many doctors, particularly those who qualified overseas and now work in the NHS."

  • 17 October 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS makes new Director appointments following AGM

New appointees extend the strength and experience of the Board

  • 02 October 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS successfully defends £2.7m clinical negligence claim against emergency surgeon

MDDUS Director of Professional Services and General Counsel, Emma Parfitt said: “This case provides a clear reference point for medical defence, setting a precedent that will be referenced for years to come."

  • 16 September 2024
  • Press release

Royal Award recognises MDDUS’ exceptional workplace training

Dr Naeem Nazem, head of medical at MDDUS, said: "By investing in our colleagues, we’ve developed an expert team ready to provide advice to our growing membership."

  • 20 August 2024
  • Press release

Streeting's zero-tolerance stance on racism against NHS staff is 'entirely accurate', says MDDUS

MDDUS Chief Executive, Chris Kenny, said: "This commitment to zero-tolerance directly addresses one of the five key asks for the new government we published last month."

  • 06 August 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS condemns 'appalling' racist and Islamophobic attacks on healthcare workers

MDDUS Chief Executive, Chris Kenny, said: "There is no excuse or justification for what has been happening on our streets. All healthcare workers deserve to go to work in safety and without fear of abuse or attack."

  • 05 August 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS calls for clinical negligence reform

Dr John Holden, Chief Medical Officer at MDDUS, responds to the NHS Resolution Annual Report for 2023/24

  • 25 July 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS responds to research showing trainers at risk of burnout

Dr Naeem Nazem, Head of Medical at MDDUS, responds to the findings of the General Medical Council (GMC)'s latest national training survey.

  • 25 July 2024
  • Press release

Medical defence specialist reports annual growth and strong financial status

MDDUS has announced a six percent growth in membership that sees it now represent 65,000 doctors and dentists across the United Kingdom.

  • 10 July 2024
  • Press release

Five healthcare priorities for a new government

MDDUS has today published its five key asks of the incoming government, which are based on direct feedback from the 65,000 doctors and dentists it represents.

  • 01 July 2024
  • Press release

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