Resources
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Overcoming Telehealth Barriers and Engaging Older Adults in Virtual Care
The COVID-19 pandemic magnified the importance of telehealth as a vital component of patient care. However, some older adults may not have been able to take full advantage of virtual care in the same way…
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Creating a Personalised Telehealth Experience
The use of telehealth rapidly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to be offered an alternative to face-to-face consultations. However, it is important to consider both the benefits that telehealth may deliver, as well…
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Systems Thinking in Learning from Events
by Professor Paul Bowie Module 1 Professor Paul Bowie, Safety Scientist, Medical Educator, Chartered Ergonomist and Human Factors specialist, presents Systems Thinking, a three-part webinar series exploring this contemporary approach to understanding why things go…
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Storage and Retention of Medical Records
PMP regularly receives queries from clients regarding the storage and retention of medical records, particularly concerning retaining a record once a patient has completed treatment. This fact sheet offers advice regarding your ethical obligations and…
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An Introduction to Confidentiality
Confidentiality is a fundamental principle of medical ethics and is central to the relationship of trust between patients and doctors. Without assurances about confidentiality, patients may be reluctant to seek medical advice and treatment. The…
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“Buddy prescribing” for Cosmetic Injectables
Have you been approached by an aesthetic nurse or beautician to act as their designated medical practitioner and prescribe cosmetic injections (eg, Botox®)? What are the medicolegal issues relating to this? Could being a ‘good…