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It happened to me - mandatory notification part oneThis two part series explores the mandatory notification process from a doctor's perspective.
Treating staff members, family and friendsExplores the issues when doctors provide medical care to anyone with whom they have a close personal relationship.
Medical records: Chapter one - documentationThe requirements for medical records include clinical guidelines and legal responsibilities. They are also important evidence of the care you have given.
Professionalism in doctor-patient interactions - insights to reduce riskWhat are the main concerns driving professionalism claims involving doctor-patient interactions?
Email communication with patients: privacy and patient safetyIssues to consider when communicating with patients by email.
Telehealth – what you need to knowKeep up-to-date with current telehealth practices and medico-legal pitfalls.
Patient communicationVideos
COVID-19 vaccines: what’s next? Professor Julie Leask shares her insights on the complexities of the COVID-19 vaccination program and trust promoting measures to improve vaccination uptake. View the video or read the transcript belo...
Patient careWebinars
Dial M for Medicare: Getting it right to manage your risks What would you do if you were contacted by Medicare? Would your practice protocols processes and multidisciplinary team support a Medicare audit?
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Digital healthPodcastsPractising professionally
Reaping the rewards of social media: insights from Dr Rebecca Szabo Social media has many benefits including enabling you to network and develop collegial relationships. However it can be challenging to know how to maintain professional standards. Find out more as Rua...
Patient communicationWebinars
Medicare compliance - reducing your risk Medicare compliance activity can take several different formats ranging from education to audits. This webinar explores ways you can reduce your risk of Medicare compliance activity and maintain best ...
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Patient communicationWebinars
Medicare - reducing your risk Medicare compliance activity can take several different formats ranging from education to audits. This webinar explores ways you can reduce your risk of Medicare compliance activity and maintain best ...
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PodcastsWorkplace & employment
Training doesn’t have to be fulltime: conversations about pursuing other interests while completing your training After years of studying and interning full time doctors often find it daunting to step away from traditional training pathways to pursue other passions. We hear from many of you that finding an even b...
Digital healthFactsheets
Taking a clinical image When taking a clinical image you need to evaluate the purpose of taking the image and then share document and store the image accordingly. This flowchart outlines the process and your responsibilities...
Digital healthFactsheets
Using a personal device for communicating at work When using your personal device at work you need to consider issues of hospital policy security and your choice of platforms. This flowchart outlines the process and your responsibilities.
Patient communicationWebinars
Insights and strategies to manage difficult patient situations This webinar will give an overview of current knowledge and best practice in relation to managing difficult patient situations. Topics covered include: General advice when managing a difficult patient...
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FactsheetsWorkplace & employment
Managing COVID-19 health and safety risks in medical practice Maintaining a safe workplace in your practice during COVID-19 has obligations such as conducting a risk assessment and managing any issues that arise. Understand your responsibilities and obligations ...
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