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Five healthcare priorities for a new government

MDDUS has today published its five key asks of the incoming government, which are based on direct feedback from the 65,000 doctors and dentists it represents.

  • 01 July 2024
  • Press release

Medicine shortages spark crisis among family doctors who say patients’ safety is at risk without urgent action

Three quarters of family doctors are experiencing debilitating moral distress because they cannot access medicines they know their patients need

  • 11 June 2024
  • Press release

It's all in a good handover

Dr D was asked to provide a statement as part of an internal investigation regarding their handover of a patient.

  • 03 June 2024
  • Case study

Primary care delegation

Dr N contacted MDDUS for advice and support with responding to the Ombudsman.

  • 03 June 2024
  • Case study

Secondary care

Dr H contacted MDDUS for advice after receiving a complaint from the GMC.

  • 03 June 2024
  • Case study

MDDUS urges GDC to redouble its commitment to reduce the backlog in the case examiner process

Rachael Bell, head of dental at MDDUS, said: “We're pleased to see an increase in the number of cases closing with no action – however the GDC must not sit on its laurels."

  • 30 May 2024
  • Press release

A guide to clinical handovers, delegation and referral

An update on the latest professional guidance on delegation and referral, and advice on delivering and receiving clinical handovers

Minimising risk as a GP locum

Working in unfamiliar surroundings means locum GPs need to take extra steps to mitigate risks and ensure patient safety is not compromised. Dr Naeem Nazem offers some tips on avoiding the pitfalls.

  • 17 May 2024
  • Article
  • News

Northern Ireland GPs urged not to ‘sleepwalk’ in state-managed indemnity

Chris Kenny, chief executive at MDDUS, said: "It’s hugely disappointing and concerning to see the RCGP in Northern Ireland overlook the reality of the situation."

  • 17 April 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS welcomes NHS England change of heart on decision to end the NHS Practitioner Health service

Dr Naeem Nazem, head of medical at MDDUS, said: “While the initial decision to cut this lifeline service was a misstep by NHS England, we welcome their change of heart."

  • 16 April 2024
  • Press release

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