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There was a 7.2% increase in the number of notifications made against medical practitioners in the last year (5,745 vs 5,359) and a 4.7% increase in notifications for dental practitioners. The most common types of notifications are complaint...
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Guide for healthcare practitioners to assess an older patient’s fitness to drive with a brief outline of differing laws in each state.
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Last Updated: 16/10/2023
General medico-legal advice High-quality contemporaneous documentation is critical for even low acuity presentations. Matters other than the presenting complaint often form a key medico-legal risk for doctors as they may be highly important to ...
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Last Updated: 13/10/2023
Welcome to the Spring Edition of MIPS Matters. In this issue, we will be focusing on employment and contractual matters. As healthcare becomes more complex, so too does its delivery. Many health practitioners find themselves working in work e...
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Last Updated: 13/10/2023
At MIPS, we are dedicated to offering comprehensive support to enhance your practice. One of the key aspects of this support is ensuring that your indemnity arrangements are right for your specific needs. We understand that the nature of your prac...
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Last Updated: 13/10/2023
Contracts at first glance can be overwhelming and a very dry read. It is important not to be put off by the terminology and bear in mind that the purpose of a contract is to set the foundation of a professional relationship. &n...
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Last Updated: 13/10/2023
in Professional Development
Workplace issues can be confusing and stressful to address or understand. It is not always clear if a formal process is being followed or if contractual obligations are being appropriately met. Allegations or comments might be vagu...
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Last Updated: 28/09/2023
in Advice and support Telehealth
Regulation in the field of telehealth has undergone recent reform. This is primarily because of concerns raised about the use of asynchronous telehealth where there is no real-time interaction with patients. There are certainly a range of benefits ...
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Last Updated: 21/09/2023
in Professional Development
Join leadership expert Nicole Salter and MIPS Chief Medical Officer Dr. Owen Bradfield in an engaging and interactive webinar as they explore the depths of great leadership. Explore the fundamental principles of self-management and self-leadership t...
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Last Updated: 31/08/2023
in Advice and support
Frequently asked questions about potential professional adverse scenarios