Too much of a good thing
Medical case study
Do not neglect the ARF
Neglecting to pay the GDC Annual Retention Fee (ARF) may seem a minor oversight but the consequences can be extremely inconvenient and costly.
When the truth hurts
...Upon making his request he [the patient] also asked the GP to withhold details of his alcohol abuse, stating: "doctors are entitled to withhold any information which might be harmful to the patient"...
Medical treatment of US and Canadian visitors
Are members indemnified to treat overseas visitors?
Don't blame the receptionist - Medical case study
Medical case study
Don't blame the receptionist
...She recorded that there was radiation to both arms from the chest pain, and that she had referred the call directly to the locum... Dr P denied this - however the call sheet showed that the receptionist's version was correct...
Work placements in general practice - a simple 'yes' will not do
Consider all possible risk and practical implications before agreeing to student work placements.
Best of a bad job - Dental case study
Dental case study
Departing from guidelines
Guidelines are becoming an increasingly common feature of modern medical practice. A recent case highlights difficulties that doctors can encounter when they depart from guidelines without adequate reasons for doing so. [Risk Alert]
Tummy tuck complication
...Conservative treatment failed and another operation was required to remove the necrotic tissue and apply a skin graft...