Enamel loss
...It is alleged the dentist failed to provide preventative treatment for the patient’s enamel hypoplasia, including the application of fluoride varnish...
Fit to work
...The GP expressed his reluctance to "tick the box" advising that Mr B is not fit for work, given the patient’s other activities...
Staff training key to a digital NHS future
HEALTHCARE staff should be trained in emerging technologies such as genomics, digital medicine and artificial intelligence to ensure the NHS is equipped for the challenges of the 21st century.
MDDUS responds to Matt Hancock MP Royal Society of Medicine speech
Responding to Matt Hancock’s point that “changes in practice by trusts are a necessary part of reducing the number and severity of claims” within his speech today at the Royal Society of Medicine, MDDUS chief executive Chris Kenny said:
Good practice in consent for GDPs
This course is aimed at GDPs and is designed to build on the requirements associated with obtaining valid consent.
MDDUS responds to DHSC announcement on GP contract
Responding to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announcement on the new GP contract, MDDUS chief executive Chris Kenny said:
GP practices to hire 20,000 support staff as part of new five-year contract
GP practices in England will be given funding for 20,000 health professionals to help relieve workload pressures as part of a new multi-billion pound contract deal.
State-backed indemnity details emerge in GP contract framework
FURTHER details of a state-backed indemnity scheme for GPs have been released as the Government launches a new five-year contract for general practice across England.
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Issue 21
In this issue:
- Plain English for patients
- Why you need an MDO
- Media: Is reality TV too risky?
- Taking possession - the world of medical eponyms
- Career in gastroenterology: Go with your gut
- Lost in translation - overcoming language barriers
- A blueprint for happiness - the doctor who launched a social enterprise
- Case study: Failure to communicate
- Book review: Blueprint