Raising concerns
MDDUS advice to doctors on raising concern if they believe a patient has or will come to harm as a result of care, policies or procedures.
Professional duty of candour (medical)
MDDUS advice to its medical members on the core principles of professional duty of candour.
Independent complaints resolution for health treatment in the private sector
Independent complaints resolution for health treatment in the private sector advice document for MDDUS members.
Good apologies
Apologising when things go wrong is an essential part of practice and can assist in maintaining good patient relationships.
Giving evidence
MDDUS advice to its members who may be asked to attend court to provide evidence.
Fatal Accident Inquiries
MDDUS advice document on the steps to take to prepare for a fatal accident inquiry.
Equality Act 2010
MDDUS advice to healthcare professionals on the Equality Act 2010.
Engaging with the media
Read our advice on what to do if you are contacted by the media.
Coroner's inquests
MDDUS’ advice to its medical and dental members in England and Wales on how to prepare for a coroner’s inquest.
Complaints - core principles
It is a professional responsibility to listen, respond to and learn from comments, concerns and complaints from patients.