Case file: Infective endocarditis risk
...Dr C asks for advice on antibiotic prophylaxis and whether this should be prescribed by a cardiologist or the patient's GP...
Pitfalls: Managing risks in oral surgery
Professor John Marley offers practical advice on common pitfalls.
Case file: Chemical burn
...the dentist apologises and explains it is possible a small drop of acid etch may have splashed onto Mr A’s face...
Case file: Root in situ
...It is claimed that Dr N should have referred Mr K for extraction of the root fragment before undertaking the bridgework...
Burnout risks patient safety
There is a well-established causal relationship between reduced clinician wellbeing and increased patient safety incidents - and the rise in the incidence and severity of reported burnout is concerning
MDDUS responds to GDC consultation on guidance to its Interim Orders Committee
MDDUS Head of Dental Division Stephen Henderson welcomes the proposed changes, but urges the Government to reform fitness to practise legislation.
MDDUS responds to BMA survey on junior doctor wellbeing
MDDUS Head of Medical Division Dr Naeem Nazem said stress levels in the UK healthcare workforce have reached an almost unsustainable point.
MDDUS responds to General Dental Council position statement
MDDUS welcomes clarity on registration requirements for oral and maxillofacial surgeons.
Scottish GDPs: ensure you check your nhs.scot email inbox
GDP members in Scotland are reminded that the Scottish Dental Reference Service (SDRS), which monitors the standard and quality of NHS dental treatment in Scotland, have changed how communications are shared with dentists.
MDDUS supporting members with temporary GMC registration
Members who plan to continue working with a temporary GMC registration to assist with work related to the pandemic should update MDDUS.