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Dr Kathryn Leask explores fictional scenarios based on member queries where doctors might be tempted to check patients’ online profiles.
30 January 2024
An SHO faced a dilemma when the GMC wanted to interview them about a colleague's alleged misconduct.
A GP received a complaint from a patient who'd instructed a solicitor to investigate a possible claim against their employer, following a work related injury.
A specialty doctor had a job offer at another hospital withdrawn, and spoke to the MDU's advice line to ask if she had a right to see the reference written about her by a colleague.
After seeing a colleague drinking heavily before returning to work, a trainee called the MDU for advice on whether they should raise a concern over risks to patient safety.
A patient visited her GP, extremely anxious about a forthcoming family court appearance that she was unwilling to attend.
29 June 2022
The MDU was able to assist a consultant who felt a trust's response to a complaint didn't accurately reflect the facts.
A surgeon needed to check that a patient's consent was still valid before performing an operation, and called the MDU for advice.
An unexpected call from the coroner led to an MDU consultant member calling for support with making a statement.
The MDU helped out an emergency department consultant after the police asked for details of a patient they had just arrested.