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Every case or complaint we deal with contains invaluable lessons. Browse our archive of case studies and use the experience of others to protect your own practice and career.

"I was in a dark place for a while"

An allegation of assault following a patient examination in A&E.

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"I thought my career was over"

Pressures of the job saw this consultant turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism.

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Good Samaritan Act

"I'd had a drink when I helped an injured man. Medical Protection guided me through the inquest."


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One simple error

A small error on a DVLA form leads to big consequences for the patient and the GP.


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Incomplete handover

"I was facing a GMC investigation. Medical Protection went above and beyond for me."


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Good record keeping

When a case goes to the High Court,  the importance of good quality medical records becomes very apparent.

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A locum complaint

Dr N contacted Medical Protection after receiving an email from a practice she'd worked at ten months prior.


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Alleged malpractice

"Two patient complaints led to my exclusion from work. Medical Protection was by my side."



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Inquest after DVTs

A consultant orthopaedic surgeon calls us for help after the death of a knee arthroplasty patient.



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Post-operative complaint

"I was facing a possible negligence claim. I value my Medical Protection membership."



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Our flagship publication, read by 1000s of doctors and medicolegal professionals across the UK and overseas. Learn from our members' experiences and develop your risk management skills.

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Articles and features

Keep your medicolegal knowledge up to date with our in-depth coverage written by experts in the field.

Press release 01/11/2019

72% of UK doctors facing ‘Superdoctor Syndrome’

72% of UK doctors facing ‘Superdoctor Syndrome’

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Nearly three quarters of doctors surveyed in the UK say they will always come into work, even when they are too unwell, fatigued or stressed to be productive according to a leading medical protection organisation.

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