Compounded harm is the extra harm to a patient or healthcare professional from neglecting the emotional...

Prof Gozie Offiah describes some research projects supported by the recently established Medical Protection Society Foundation...

Mr Liam Heffernan provides advice on the steps to take in the event of a data...

Ms Sinead Lay, Case Manager at Medical Protection, discusses gender-neutral healthcare and how to avoid unintentional...

Although diagnostic errors have many causes, clinical judgement is a significant contributing factor Every day, doctors...

Dr James Thorpe discusses recent research findings that highlight the detrimental effects Medical Council investigations...

Obtaining consent is not always straightforward, especially after recent legal changes. Dr Clare Sweeney considers four...

Ms Sile O’Dowd looks at the challenges to effective communication between healthcare providers and changes...

Ms Claire Cregan explains the benefits of chaperones for physical examinations, particularly those of an intimate...

Dr Emma Davies and Dr Ellen Walshe discuss the risks and benefits for medical professionals of...

Ms Maria Campbell provides advice on legal requirements in relation to clinical images. They say a...

Ms Sinead Lay discusses the recording of consultations and what the new Medical Council ethical guide...