Surviving the weekend
Research suggests weekend surgical patients are more likely to die, so is it time hospitals switched to 24/7 care? [Analysis from 'FYi' Issue 11]
The business of discovery
Inspiration is vital in scientific discovery – but so also are rules. Medical researcher and writer Dr Allan Gaw offers insight into how we must channel our sense of wonder
Sending the right message
How doctors communicate with their patients is a common cause of complaints. Experts from the Maguire Communication Skills Training Unit offer some practical tips and advice
Book Review: Extremes – Life, Death and the Limits of the Human Body
Book review - Extremes – Life, Death and the Limits of the Human Body by Dr Kevin Fong
"Human factors" and medical error
Dr Michael Moneypenny explains how the study of “human factors” can enhance patient safety
Thirst for knowledge
An academic career is perfect for doctors with plenty of courage, curiosity and determination
A sore leg - medical case study
Medical case study
Reporting adverse drug reactions
Be sure to report any suspected adverse drug reaction to comply with GMC guidance
A risk on the road - medical case study
...The patient was diagnosed with macular degeneration but continued to drive...
Plan to recruit 1,200 junior doctors in next year
FOUNDATION trusts in England plan to recruit an additional 1,273 junior doctors in 2013-2014 in a bid to raise care standards.