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  1. 7.2% increase in notifications against practitioners - AHPRA Annual Report 2019-20

    Last Updated: 23/10/2023 in Professional Development Code of conduct and regulatory
    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...

  2. Navigating the ‘fitness to drive’ assessment

    Last Updated: 23/10/2023 in Professional Development Code of conduct and regulatory
    Guide for healthcare practitioners to assess an older patient’s fitness to drive with a brief outline of differing laws in each state.

  3. Rural Medicine Australia 2023 Conference

    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 ...

  4. MIPS Matters - Spring Edition

    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...

  5. Navigating Indemnity Arrangements: Choosing the Right MIPS Membership Classification

    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...

  6. Medical and Dental Services Contracts

    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...

  7. Top tips for preventing escalation of issues and what to do when suspended or dismissed

    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...

  8. ► Regulatory Change – Telehealth

    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 ...

  9. ► Developing Self-Leadership

    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...

  10. What happens when...

    Last Updated: 31/08/2023 in Advice and support
    Frequently asked questions about potential professional adverse scenarios
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