Case file: Disputed consent for surgery
...the patient is unhappy with the cosmetic outcome and said he did not realise the surgery would be so invasive...
Case file: Threshold for a GMC investigation
...the building contractor threatens to report the doctor to the GMC over an alleged rude personal comment...
Case file: Just a sprain
...The surgeon expresses “surprise” that the diagnosis was missed in A&E and that there was no onward referral to an orthopaedic specialist...
Treatment abroad
...Dr C is reassured that in agreeing to see the patient she is not taking on responsibility or liability for any previous work carried out abroad....
Case file: Twisted ankle
...Dr G receives a letter claiming failure to diagnose the ankle fracture and refer for X-ray...
Case file: Alleged falsification of notes
...In her complaint to the GMC Mrs V states that Dr T failed to correctly check her brother’s vital signs and falsified readings...
Case file: Dispute over referral letter
...Ms S alleges that Dr N provided “selective and inaccurate details” in a referral letter...
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...
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...