Dedicated resources for trainee GPs, including advice, case studies and exam and revision guidance to support you before and during your speciality training.
Becoming and Being a SAS Doctor in a Senior Leadership Position
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Dr Laura J. Hipple has worked as an Associate Specialist in North Cumbria since 2003, where she is currently also SAS doctor lead and tutor. She is also Vice President for Membership and Workforce at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. As part of SAS Week 2024, Dr Hipple writes about her journey from studying medicine to becoming a SAS doctor in a senior leadership position.
As the new death certification regulations come into force, Medicolegal Consultant Dr Emma Davies looks at the implications for general practice staff.
Too many overseas trained doctors still not getting NHS induction they deserve
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More needs to be done to improve NHS inductions for international medical graduates, if we want the NHS and patients to continue benefiting from their expertise and contribution, according to Medical Protection
Response to the General Medical Council’s consultation on proposed rules, standards and guidance for regulation anaesthesia associates and physician associates
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MPS response to the General Medical Council’s consultation on proposed rules, standards and guidance for regulation anaesthesia associates and physician associates
Medical Protection calls for accountability, wellbeing and workforce to be key focus for next UK Government
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Medical Protection has released its Priorities for the Next Government report, calling on the next UK Government to prioritise critical issues currently impacting healthcare professionals and patients.
Medical Protection endorses SAS Collective’s work to improve and protect careers
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Medical Protection has endorsed policy proposals by the SAS Collective to improve the careers and retention of SAS and locally employed doctors across the UK.
MPS Foundation funds vital research into health and wellbeing of private clinicians
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The MPS Foundation – a global not-for-profit research initiative that invests in research into patient safety and the wellbeing of healthcare professionals and teams – is funding research that will identify and manage work-related risks to mental health and wellbeing specifically for clinicians working in private practice.
MPS: Move to halt new NHS Practitioner Health registrations for secondary care staff ‘extremely concerning’
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MPS has issued a response to the statement from NHS Practitioner Health that all new registrations for secondary care staff are to be halted following discussions with NHS England.
Global research initiative invites grant applications for patient safety and wellbeing projects
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The MPS Foundation - a global not-for-profit research initiative that aims to shape the future of patient safety – has opened for applications for its 2024 grant programme.
Medical Protection Society Council appoints Graham Stokes as next Chair
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Medical Protection Society (MPS) – the world’s leading protection organisation for doctors, dentists and healthcare professionals – has announced the appointment of Graham Stokes as its next Chair of Council.
Medical Protection explores the unique interplay between justice, patient autonomy and the law, as well as outlining the essential four principles of ethics.
Karen Miller appointed as next Medical Protection Society CEO
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Medical Protection Society (MPS) – the world’s leading medical defence organisation which protects and supports the professional interests of more than 300,000 healthcare professionals - has announced the appointment of Karen Miller as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Being subject to a complaint or investigation can be distressing and stressful. Our video series shows how Medical Protection will continue to provide you with personal support, advice and representation for a whole range of medicolegal concerns, protecting your career and reputation.
Our professional development courses are available when and where it suits you. From short online courses to face to-face-workshops, discover a range of CPD courses included in your membership.
Read real-life cases of complaints, claims and clinical negligence taken from our archives.
Chosen to give you clear learning points to help you avoid similar situations and reduce your risk, the cases also feature advice from medicolegal experts.
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