Book choice: The Doctor Who Fooled the World
Book review by Dr Greg Dollman
Ethics: On hypocrisy
Professor Deborah Bowman asks whether hypocrisy is always, and entirely, negative?
Case study - Difficult cannulation
...Mr G states that he is “astonished” that an experienced doctor should make five attempts at inserting a cannula...
Case study - Smartphone recording
...The adviser encourages Dr M to gently enquire into Mr B’s perceived need to record the consultation to help clarify matters...
Case study - Consent not implied
...Dr P is aware that Mrs K is “exhausted and traumatised” by the birth and decides it would be unreasonable to disturb her in the middle of the night...
Human factors: Civility saves lives
Have you ever considered how “incivility” amongst colleagues can dramatically increase patient safety risks?
DISCover how to transform your communication
Make your personal communication style work for and not against you. Senior risk adviser Liz Price describes how DISC analysis can help
Profile: On the inside: Covid-19
Anaesthetist and photographer Jon Williamson shines a light on the pandemic from his own unique angle
Dilemma: Making yourself your first concern
How do you deal with work-related stress and burnout given the current demands placed on healthcare staff?
Confidentiality: Parental responsibility - getting it right
Medical adviser Dr Roopinder Brar offers practical advice on the rights and responsibilities of estranged parents