Practice makes perfect

Shelagh Turvill
It's never too early to start acquiring management skills, which will stand you in good stead for years to come
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Being calm and assertive will often make the difference between a constructive discussion and a hostile confrontation

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This page was correct at publication on 21/04/2015. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.

Dr Shelagh Turvill
Medico-legal adviser

Shelagh is a consultant anaesthetist and MDU medico-legal adviser. She has been a teacher and manager within the NHS, and was previously medical student supervisor for a student selected component (SSC).