Case file: Father restricted from accessing records
...Zach seeks reassurance from Dr D that his father, who is estranged from the family, will not have access to his medical records...
Book choice: Am I normal?
Review of the new book by Sarah Chaney.
Professionalism: Pitfalls in social media use
Risk adviser Kay Louise Grant highlights the importance of being aware of professional expectations on how we behave online.
Case file: Delayed liver disease diagnosis
...A letter of claim from solicitors acting on behalf of Mr S alleges clinical negligence in the delayed diagnosis of his liver condition...
Viewpoint: End the silence
We need to talk about suicide.
Call log
A range of common - and not so common - queries from GPs and practice managers.
Case file: Disputed drinking
...Mr Y states that he has never discussed his alcohol consumption with anyone at the practice and that any reference to his drinking is not based on fact and should be removed from his medical records...
Preparing for online patient access to records
MDDUS advisers answer common questions about managing online patient access to GP health records, which comes into effect in England in November.
Advice: Unwanted advances
How would you deal with the difficult situation of a patient making romantic advances?
Patients having treatment abroad
What responsibility do doctors have to patients seeking follow-up and support after treatment in another country?