Summer 2023

Creating a safe space to talk about weight

Weight should be a subject for conversation, not confrontation, says GP, educator and author Dr Rachel Pryke.

In focus

Leader

Marking the milestone

As the NHS turns 75, MDU chief exec Dr Matthew Lee says that ending the injustices of the regulatory system would be a gift to doctors - and to the health service that depends on them.

News

MDU webinars: opioids and the coroner, assessing capacity

Watch the recordings of our latest free webinars, and find out what's coming up soon.

Feature

Discussions around deprescribing

Dr Alia Mednuik examines and explains how clinicians can best navigate the process of deprescribing dependency-forming medications.

Interview

Crisis Rescue Foundation and the MDU

The non-profit Crisis Rescue Foundation is helping medical students in war zones continue their studies in the face of extreme adversity. Founder and director Dr Sharon Raymond, GP, tells us more.

Advice for your practice

News

Corporate medical indemnity: do you know what you need?

Who would defend you if you received a claim against your company?

In focus

Supporting employees affected by menopause

Vicky Kitney, from the MDU's HR partners Peninsula, outlines the basic need-to-knows of having a practice policy to support staff affected by menopause.

Claims analysis

Delayed diagnosis of developmental dysplasia

Developmental dysplasia is an example of a condition where related claims can come to light several years after the event – and where our assistance in dealing with them can be crucial.

In focus

"Help! I'm being sued!" What to expect when you receive a claim

Whether it arrives out of the blue or you have an inkling it’s on its way, receiving a claim for clinical negligence is not a pleasant experience.

Medico-legal dilemmas

Is a lasting power of attorney needed?

An MDU member called for advice about a patient's relative, who held lasting power of attorney for decisions made about the patient's care.