New sexual boundary guidelines help to address medico-legal concerns A medico-legal expert has broadly welcomed updated Medical Board of Australia guidelines on sexual boundaries between doctors and patients.
Health of the nation: The RACGP takes Australia’s pulse The RACGP launched its second annual Health of the Nation report in Canberra this week.
AIHW findings show strong evidence of positive GP–patient relationships More than 80% of Australians feel the quality of care they received from their GP or other healthcare providers is ‘excellent’ or ‘very good’, according to an Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report.
Six new social media road rules Dr Edwin Kruys reflects on the changing nature of the social media highway, and lists a few recommended ‘road rules’ for GPs.
Minimising risk for GPs providing medical clearances How can GPs ensure they are safeguarded against any potential risks when approached by a patient seeking medical clearance?
Calls for greater awareness of context in guidelines for doctor–patient boundaries The RACGP wants more clarity in the Medical Board of Australia’s proposed new guidelines on personal doctor–patient relationships.