Medical Protection

02/06/2026

AI in healthcare is a powerful story, but this Medscape article by our Medicolegal Consultant, Dr Sara Jamieson, is a strong reminder of the risk of AI bias and our duty as clinicians to understand the limitations of any digital tool we consider using.

AI bias isn't just a tech problem — it's a potential patient safety issue that every clinician needs to understand.

27/05/2026

✨ Did you know ✨

We offer protection for part-time UK consultants in the NHS from £363 per year?

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bFogTH

*Based on a UK medical consultant working exclusively in the NHS with less than 220 programmed activities (PA) per year. Subject to protection requirements and underwriting approval.

23/05/2026

🇮🇪 New research from the University of Galway - supported by our research arm The MPS Foundation - sheds light on the challenges women doctors in Ireland face when balancing motherhood and their careers.

This important project will help to initiate a national conversation on fertility, family planning, pregnancy, and motherhood among women doctors, and its relationship to doctor wellbeing, recruitment and retention.

Read more about the Medicine and Motherhood project here: www.medicalprotection.org/ireland/about/media-centre/press-releases/press-releases/tackling-obstacles-to-motherhood-could-future-proof-medical-workforce---irish-study

The MPS Foundation - part of MPS - invests in research, analysis, education and training which enables medical and dental practitioners around the world to provide better care for their patients and improve their own wellbeing. It has supported more than 60 medical and dental research projects worldwide.

22/05/2026

Data shows that common mental health issues affect at least 20% of adults in Northern Ireland but the NHS Practitioner Health service, which provides expert mental health and addiction care, is not available to the over 5,000 doctors and dentists working there. 🏥

That’s why we’ve signed an open letter with Doctors in Distress and a coalition of medical organisations from across the UK calling for an extension of the service to doctors and dentists in Northern Ireland. ✉️

Our Medical Director, Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, shares her thoughts below: ⬇️

20/05/2026

🇿🇦 5 tips for using your free time as a medical student ⏳🩺✨

Member and medical graduate, Kgothatso Legong, shares 5 practical ways to make the most of your free time during training:
1️⃣ Stay informed about wider opportunities 🌍
2️⃣ Acquire new skills 🧠📚
3️⃣ Be financially smart 💸
4️⃣ Research hospitals for future employment 🏥🔎
5️⃣ Visit Medical Protection for articles and resources 🛡️📲

Save this for later and share with a friend who needs a reset 💌

15/05/2026

✨ Did you know ✨

We offer protection for UK locum consultants in the NHS from £549 per year?

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4bFogTH

*Based on a UK medical consultant working exclusively in the NHS. Subject to protection requirements and underwriting approval.

13/05/2026

🇬🇧 Our Medical Director, Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, comments on the NHS Modernisation Bill which was announced in the King’s Speech today. This Bill aims to establish a single patient record across the NHS care pathway.

https://www.medicalprotection.org/uk/articles/ambition-behind-single-patient-record-welcomed--but-robust-safeguards-needed

12/05/2026

📢 Northern Ireland Consultant Webinar | Free Online Event

📅Thursday 14 May 2026,
⌚ 19:00–20:00
📍 Online

Led by our panel of medicolegal experts and specialist legal partners, this session will explore some of the most pressing issues affecting consultants in practice today, including:
▪️ Claims jurisdiction
▪️ AI technology in clinical practice
▪️ Writing inquest statements

Join the conversation, gain practical insight, and hear directly from experts who support consultants every day.

Register now to secure your place 👉 https://bit.ly/4fhYYwt

11/05/2026

📍 We are excited to be exhibiting at Pulse LIVE Birmingham and look forward to seeing you there.

It is a great opportunity to connect with GPs and primary care professionals, share practical solutions and be part of the conversations shaping primary care. Please come and visit us.

Register now👉 https://bit.ly/4duGuYq

A free one-day CPD event for GPs and GP trainees. Gain CPD hours, explore clinical updates, and enhance your revalidation portfolio

08/05/2026

🇬🇧 NHS pension webinar 🖥️

📅 Thursday 14 May
🕒 19.00 – 20.00
📍 Online
👉 https://bit.ly/4u0IiOT

Your NHS Pension Scheme is one of the most valuable benefits of working in healthcare - but understanding how it works can be challenging. The choices you make now can significantly impact your future income, tax position, and family protection.

Join our free, 60-minute webinar to gain practical insights and get answers to your questions.

This event is exclusive to Medical Protection members and hosted by the experts at Chase de Vere. Register now.