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Medical indemnity safeguards doctors and healthcare professionals against the repercussions of medical malpractice claims and cases such as GMC investigations, allowing you to focus on delivering optimal patient care knowing your career, reputation, and finances are in safe hands.

Medical Protection membership provides access to medical indemnity, invaluable medicolegal advice and assistance supporting you through complex legal and ethical challenges. With our team of experts by your side, membership means you can practise with confidence, knowing whatever challenges you may face, we’re by your side and ready in your corner.

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Press release 06/11/2024

NHS Trusts urged to improve disciplinary processes as doctors report...

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NHS Trusts urged to improve disciplinary processes as doctors report ‘devastating’ impact on mental health

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NHS Trusts across England have been urged to ensure doctors are treated fairly and compassionately during disciplinary proceedings, as a new report reveals guidelines are often not adhered to.

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Press release 15/10/2024

SAS doctors face harsher sanctions when unrepresented at medical trib...

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SAS doctors face harsher sanctions when unrepresented at medical tribunals

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SAS and locally employed doctors are twice as likely to not have legal representation when facing a MPTS hearing which is leading to harsher sanctions, according to figures obtained by Medical Protection Society.

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Articles and features 30/10/2024

Supervising physician associates and anaesthesia associates

Supervising physician associates and anaesthesia associates

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Dr Heidi Mounsey, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, answers some of the questions we have been receiving about supervising physician associates (PAs) and anaesthesia associates (AAs).

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

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Staff dismissals can be a challenging process for both sides. In this article, Croner explores the legal routes a practice principal can take to ensure due process is observed.

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

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Managing absences and balancing the wellbeing of your dental staff doesn’t have to be a struggle. In this article, Medical Protection partner, Croner shares techniques to help ensure your team remains present and correct.

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Articles and features 16/10/2024

Regulation 20: Duty Of Candour

Regulation 20: Duty Of Candour

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The key principle of the ‘duty of candour’ is that general practices must act in an open and transparent way in relation to care and treatment provided to patients

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