by admin | Feb 8, 2023 | GMC
Confidence in the GMC’s ability to work in the interest of doctors and the MPTS’ ability to make fair decisions are at an all-time low amongst doctors. Perceptions Survey 2022 The GMC’s Corporate Strategy sets out three strategies: Enabling professionals...
by admin | Jan 29, 2023 | NMC
Conclusion of NMC Investigations – A brief overview At the conclusion of a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) investigation, case examiners might make the decision to refer the case to a NMC’s Fitness to Practise Committee. The decision by case examiners are reviewed...
by admin | Jan 28, 2023 | GDC, GMC, GOsC, GPhC, HCPC, NMC, SWE
Investigations are Utterly Traumatic Experiences – Regardless of the Final Outcome The trauma experienced by any healthcare professional facing a fitness to practise investigation cannot be overstated – and the phrase ‘second victim’ is very apt here. Investigations...
by admin | Jan 22, 2023 | GMC
Doctor’s must manage adverse health or face the prospect of a GMC fitness to practise investigation. I consider what doctors should know and what action might be necessary to avoid an investigation and sanction. What is adverse health? The General Medical Council’s...
by admin | Jan 9, 2023 | GMC
Responsible Officers can make a referral to the GMC if there have been “serious concerns” raised about a doctor’s fitness to practise. Responsible Officers A Responsible Officer (ROs) is a statutory position responsible and accountable for the local clinical...
