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If that fateful GMC missive appears

What should you do if you get a letter from the GMC? Regulatory Partner Tania Francis shares ten tips. The first thing to do if you get a letter from the GMC…Open it! We see cases where doctors have ignored correspondence from the GMC, and… Read More

One slip gets you in a lot of trouble

We all know that we live in an increasingly regulated world, and particularly so in the healthcare sector. But have you ever thought about just how many sets of regulatory proceedings a doctor may face out of one incident? You may have examined a patient without a chaperone because a… Read More

Five key steps when selling a private practice

Whether you’re looking to retire or planning your next venture, it is essential you make the necessary preparations before you start the process of selling a private practice. Kirsty Odell sets out some of the key stages to any transaction which will keep you on the right track for a smooth transition. Read More

So you want to buy a practice?

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in July 2021 Kirsty Odell sets out some of the key stages to buying or selling a practice, which will keep you on the right track for a smooth transition from buyer to practice owner. Buying a private practice will, no doubt, be an exciting… Read More

Staff problems after lockdown

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in June 2021 Doctor employers face ongoing staff management challenges as lockdown restrictions ease. Lucy Miles and Isobel Davis highlight some areas needing consideration.  Managing holiday requests Holidays within the UK are now permitted and international leisure travel may be allowed to resume this summer.  Employers… Read More

You’re all in it together

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in May 2021 A Declaration of Trust is a useful tool for independent practitioners to protect valuable property investments and exposure to unforeseen liabilities.  Lisa Davison explains how they are especially important now with pressures on the healthcare sector sparking more professional disputes. With… Read More

Employment law for private practice – 2020 roundup and what to expect in 2021

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in April 2021 There have been notable changes to employment law in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and some other developments which doctor employers in private practice should be aware of. Lucy Miles and Kalani Bogahalande report. Three employment law changes that have occurred in the past… Read More

A non-binary approach is required

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in March 2021 A recent Employment Tribunal claim has shed light on the extent of the protection offered by the gender reassignment provisions in the Equality Act. This article looks at some of the failings of the employer in that case and highlights some… Read More

Starting out is a balancing act

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in February 2021 While many doctors find their businesses suffering in the lockdown, others are planning to set one up. So what do you need to know to be within the law? Kirsty Odell gives guidance on the legal considerations you need to think about if… Read More

Code for leasing business premises 2020 – a tool for your toolbox

First published in Independent Practitioner Today in January 2021 The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors recently published an updated Code for Leasing Business Premises, effective from 1 September 2020, which independent practitioners will need to be aware of when negotiating leases whether as a landlord or as a tenant. The… Read More