Medical defence specialist reports annual growth and strong financial status
MDDUS has announced a six percent growth in membership that sees it now represent 65,000 doctors and dentists across the United Kingdom.
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.
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
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.
Primary care delegation
Dr N contacted MDDUS for advice and support with responding to the Ombudsman.
Secondary care
Dr H contacted MDDUS for advice after receiving a complaint from the GMC.
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."
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.
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."