Vignette: George Northcroft (1868 – 1943)
George Northcroft - Leading figure in the development of British orthodontics.
Ethics: All for one and one for all?
Professor Deborah Bowman reflects on the balance between individual and collective interests – and also indulges her fascination with the Tour de France.
Case file: Tick-box error
...A GP at the practice mistakenly ticked a box on the form resulting in Mr N having his driving licence revoked...
Case file: Redaction software for SARs
... the admin team has been spending increasing amounts of time preparing responses to SARs, and the practice is considering buying redaction software to assist...
Case file: Blood in urine
...The claim states that the delay in diagnosis allowed the tumour to grow and metastasise...
Innovation: Voice in the bank
Developing technology is giving back lost voices to patients with neurodegenerative and other disorders.
Practice staff: Supporting physician associates in clinical practice
Physician associates are able to work independently but must have “appropriate support”.
Candour: Is it safe to apologise?
Does an apology to a patient amount to an admission of guilt that can be used against you?
Practice management: Probationary periods
Find out what you need to know when trialling new employees.
Call log
A range of common - and not so common - queries from GPs and practice managers.