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Case study: Medical Protection offers advice to a consultant psychiatrist about an inquest
Time to read article: 2 mins
The case involves an NHS consultant who was worried that the Trust would not support them at an inquest.
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Case study: Criminal case dismissed thanks to Medical Protection discretion
Time to read article: 2 mins
The value of discretionary indemnity is highlighted in this criminal case which was investigated overseas.
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Case study: Reassuring our members after their Good Samaritan act during a public emergency
Time to read article: 3 mins
After reflecting on the care they had provided in an emergency, three consultants contact Medical Protection for advice.
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Case study: A consultant surgeon turns to Medical Protection when elective work is criticised
Time to read article: 2 mins
An experienced vascular surgeon is shaken when three recent deaths ignite an MHPS investigation.
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Case study: Medical Protection representation at an inquest
Time to read article: 2 mins
When Mr David Atkinson*, a consultant upper GI surgeon from Leeds, was asked to provide a statement to the coroner, he contacted Medical Protection for support and guidance.
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Case study: Doctor’s alcohol dependency leads to a letter from the GMC
Time to read article: 2 mins
Dr Ellen Walcott, a Consultant Geriatrician from Bristol*, was involved in a road traffic accident after driving under the influence of alcohol.
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Case study: Assistance following allegation of sexual assault
Time to read article: 2 mins
Medical Protection supported Dr Sanderson* who called the 24-hour advice line after being excluded from work following a serious complaint from a patient.
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Case study: Paediatrician’s conduct is called into question by patient’s parents
Time to read article: 2 mins
Dr O’Hare contacted Medical Protection when she received a complaint from a patient’s parents regarding her conduct.
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Case study: Consultant seeks Medical Protection representation following patient complaint
Time to read article: 3 mins
A consultant relies on Medical Protection representation when a complaint to the GMC occurs.
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