Advice: Unwanted advances
How would you deal with the difficult situation of a patient making romantic advances?
Case file: Bariatric surgery consent
...Mr G says he would not have had the surgery if he had been adequately warned of the potential risks...
What does ‘safe space’ mean for NHS safety investigations?
In April 2023, a small but ground-breaking step will be taken in patient safety investigations.
Case file: A rare complication
...during surgery to remove kidney stones a ureteral avulsion occurs and emergency surgery is carried out to repair the damage...
Accessing patient records – when is it ok? When is it not?
Doctors are allowed to access records to provide direct patient care – but what if you need to look at a record for another reason?
Risk: Don't get caught out on indemnity
You wouldn't drive a car without insurance, so it's vital healthcare professionals don't practise without appropriate indemnity cover in place.
Case file: Printed scan report
...Dr K agrees to print out a copy of his patient's CT scan report. But his line manager tells him this is not permitted...
Innovation: Real-time TB diagnosis on the street
An innovative mobile find and treat service on the streets of London is being enhanced with supercharged connectivity.
Probity – the hidden pitfalls
Even doctors who pride themselves on being open and honest at all times can sometimes fall foul of the rules.
Small rise in ARF for dentists
THE General Dental Council has announced that the annual retention fee (ARF) will increase by 1.5 per cent to £690 for dentists.