Consent in adults - core principles
MDDUS advice to its members on gaining consent from adults on all medical interventions, including examinations, investigations and surgical procedures.
Social media - personal use
MDDUS advice to its members on the potential risks of using social media and how it can blur the boundaries between personal and professional life.
Provision of death certification
MDDUS advice to its members on providing a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD).
Results management
MDDUS advice to its members on results management, clear documentation and effective communication with a patient.
Professional duty of candour (medical)
MDDUS advice to its medical members on the core principles of professional duty of candour.
Giving evidence
MDDUS advice to its members who may be asked to attend court to provide evidence.
Dealing with patients who default from review
MDDUS advice to its members on dealing with patients who may default from a healthcare review.
End-of-life care
MDDUS advice to its members on providing high quality care to patients reaching the end of their life.
Chaperones
MDDUS advice to its members on the use of chaperones during intimate examinations.
Patient recording of consultations
MDDUS advice to medical and dental members when a patient records their consultation.