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Doctor Avoids GMC Erasure

Doctor Avoids GMC Erasure

The doctor approached us very close to the original FtP listing in a matter which was, at that stage, almost inevitably going to lead to erasure by the MPTS.

GMC Appeals Explained

GMC Appeals Explained

Doctors can appeal GMC decisions relating to registration, licensing, restoration and revalidation, but legal advice is key to good outcomes.

GMC Interim Sanctions – Your questions answered

GMC Interim Sanctions – Your questions answered

GMC Interim Sanctions – Overview A General Medical Council (GMC) fitness to practise investigations can take many months, if not years.  Whilst doctors could continue to work unrestricted during a GMC investigation, they could be referred to an Interim Orders Tribunal...

“Zero tolerance of sexual harassment” – GMC

“Zero tolerance of sexual harassment” – GMC

The General Medical Council (GMC) placed specific emphasis on its “zero tolerance of sexual harassment” in the updated Good medical practice that, for the first time, includes a “clear definition of what constitutes it and an expectation that doctors who see such...

Does the GMC protect doctors?

Does the GMC protect doctors?

Doctors under investigation may quickly find the GMC is far less concerned about protecting doctors highlighting the value of legal advice.

Responding to GMC Provisional Enquiries

Responding to GMC Provisional Enquiries

The GMC’s provisional enquiries identifies cases that should not progress to a full fitness to practise investigation. How should doctors respond? What is a provisional enquiry? Before looking at how doctors should respond, what is General Medical Council (GMC)...

Will lessons be learnt from Dr Arora?

Will lessons be learnt from Dr Arora?

Dr Arora treatment by the GMC & MPTS has caused universal anger and outrage. A review of the case drew strong criticism of the GMC but will this result on long overdue change?