MDDUS speaks out on Prime Minister’s plans to abolish NHS England
Wherever control of the NHS in England sits, MDDUS’ goal remains the same: ensuring healthcare professionals are supported and can thrive in their jobs.
MDDUS finds that three quarters of young healthcare professionals experience burnout at work
A new analysis of the experience of people working in the NHS has found that young people – Generation Z – are becoming ever more stressed and unhappy.
MDDUS responds to judgement on GDC v Aga
Immediate orders are no longer a rarity. The lack of clarity in the law, risks the timeline of suspension becoming unacceptably punitive, particularly to any registrant seeking to appeal the decision.
MDDUS ‘pleased’ dental regulator will continue to allow in-person hearings
Commenting on the decision, Dr Rachael Bell, head of dental at MDDUS, said: “We’re pleased to see that the option of a hearing in-person remains, as by no means all cases will be appropriate for remote hearings."
Every death during a fitness to practise investigation is one too many
MDDUS responds to the GDC’s report on dental professionals who have died while FtP concerns were investigated.
Ask the Expert: Last minute holiday requests
A staff member has indicated that they will take unauthorised leave for a last minute holiday request. How do I manage this?
MDDUS urges GDC to redouble its commitment to reduce the backlog in the case examiner process
Rachael Bell, head of dental at MDDUS, said: “We're pleased to see an increase in the number of cases closing with no action – however the GDC must not sit on its laurels."
A guide to clinical handovers, delegation and referral
An update on the latest professional guidance on delegation and referral, and advice on delivering and receiving clinical handovers
Professional pitfalls in social media use
Social media is now a part of all our lives – and it is important to be aware of expectations on how doctors and dentists should behave online.
Professional pitfalls in social media use
Social media is now a part of all our lives – and it is important to be aware of expectations on how doctors and dentists should behave online.