Case Studies

Our Case Studies

Our Case Studies provide in-depth insights into real-life scenarios, offering valuable insights in how to avoid pitfalls, and best practices in healthcare.

Each case study is based on actual claims and incidents our team of solicitors, employment and medico-legal experts have handled. They provide a detailed analysis of key issues, outcomes, and learnings which can help you navigate both common and unexpected challenges.

We hope that these documents will help you gain a deeper understanding of common risks, how to avoid them and of how MDS can help you…as well as give you an insight of what we do to protect our members.

Whether you are a doctor, dentist, or other healthcare professional, these case studies cover a wide range of specialities and situations, and offer practical insights to inform your practice.

Use them to minimise the likelihood of unwanted consequences, from preventing clinical errors and patient complaints to regulatory investigations and disciplinary proceedings.

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The risks of informal working arrangements

A dentist faces unpaid fees after working under an informal arrangement.

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Disclosing medical cannabis use the right way

UK Doctor faces GMC investigation after cannabis caution and drug test.

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Inappropriate use of Visa fees in an exit negotiation

Dental therapist contests unfair £6,000 visa exit fee after unsafe conditions.

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Dental Practice - Recovering retention fees

How MDS helped a dentist recover unpaid retention fees from a dental practice.

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Preventing GDC escalation and restoring registration

A GDC CPD audit case study with lessons on registration and compliance.

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Positive ending for a GMC Provisional Enquiry

A GMC provisional enquiry case study with key lessons for healthcare staff.

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Renegotiating an unfavourable job plan

See how we resolved an NHS job plan dispute via HR escalation over reduced PAs!

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Practice threatens a dentist wishing to resign

Dentist challenges unlawful contract threats and exits practice safely

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Coroner Inquests: Help lifting Interested Person status

GP avoids inquest evidence after Interested Person status is revoked.

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Resolving a banding change dispute

How a proposed NHS pay banding change was challenged and resolved.

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Supporting a GP with a patient complaint response

A GP needed to craft a patient complaint response and handled it well — with MDS support.

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Datix for failing to document

After a nursing home patient’s death, a Datix report was raised and GP sought MDS advice.

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Annual leave entitlements for part-time employees

MDS advised a part-time Locum Consultant Radiologist on bank holiday entitlement.

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Underpayment – worth a double check!

MDS helped a doctor recover 12 years of underpaid salary.

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Contract Review

Case study: Locum Consultant contract review and pay negotiation guidance.

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Trust requesting additional clinics

A consultant sought advice after being asked to run extra clinics outside their job plan.

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Duty of care

Renal Consultant workload case study: understanding duty of care and employer support.

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Disclosing past complaints to new employers

A doctor sought advice on whether to disclose a past patient complaint to a new employer.

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Artificial Intelligence in clinical practice

AI in clinical practice: case study, patient safety, and medico-legal guidance.

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Benefits of a professional contract review

A GP sought a professional contract review to ensure clarity and compliance before signing.

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Unconditional job offer rescinded

MDS supports trainee after NHS job offer is rescinded and reinstated.

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Associate Dentist - Breach of agreement and unpaid fees

Associate dentist dispute over unpaid fees and contract breaches resolved with MDS support.

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Adding Locum work to your Programmed Activities (PAs)

Dr Y successfully added locum work to NHS PAs by reviewing contract and consulting MDS.

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Navigating fellowship offers

A radiology trainee sought advice when a fellowship offer changed from part-time to full-time.

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ARCP outcomes and contracts: protecting your rights as a trainee

A trainee sought advice after receiving an ARCP outcome affecting their contract and pay.

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Addressing salary disputes with Constructive Dismissal: delayed and incorrect salary payments

A dentist sought advice after delayed and incorrect salary payments led to contract concerns.

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Claiming expenses while on study leave – know your employer’s policy

A trainee doctor sought advice after their NHS study leave expense claim was partially denied.

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Good documentation: The key to protecting yourself and patients

A Specialty Doctor contacted MDS after being invited to attend a witness statement..

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Teleconsultations

Dr X received MDS guidance on GMC, GDPR, and overseas compliance for teleconsultations.

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Occupational Health Recommendation

MDS guided Dr X on OH COVID-19 advice, securing safe working arrangements with Trust.

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Academic appeal gives medical student opportunity to re-sit year

“Medical student’s academic appeal upheld, allowing a re-sit after exam failure.

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Bad Behaviour, Bad Consequences

A doctor faced an MHPS investigation after inappropriate conduct allegations.

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CQC Inspection Report

Dr X’s clinics faced inspections; MDS guided remediation, GMC closed case with no action.

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Statement Review for Datix

An F2 doctor sought advice on preparing a Datix statement after a medication error.

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Patient Fraud

Guidance on handling suspected patient fraud while maintaining confidentiality.

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Judicial Review

Landmark Covid PPE case protects healthcare workers, supported by MDS & BAPIO.

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Social Media - Disciplinary Proceedings Avoided

Junior doctor exits safely after social media allegations with MDS legal support.

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Concerns at a Care Home - Whistleblowing

GP Safeguarding case: Dr X raises care home concerns with MDS guidance.

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GMC Registration

GMC case: Foundation doctor resolves registration concerns with MDS support.

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Employment Contract Review

Contract review case: Consultant pay corrected and backdated with MDS support.

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Injunction against Disciplinary Hearing

MHPS case: Consultant exclusion challenged and halted by High Court ruling.

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Contract Review - Underpayment

Employment case: Consultant doctor underpaid, overworked, and supported by MDS.

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Public Health England (PHE) Investigation

How MDS helped a Professor achieve a positive investigation outcome.

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Coroner’s inquest – Disclosing report to family of deceased

How MDS supported an A&E Registrar through a GMC enquiry.

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A stitch in time - The importance of having a clear understanding with patients before documenting a diagnosis

How MDS helped resolve a sensitive paediatric complaint.

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ARCP Outcome

MDS helped an ST8 doctor appeal an ARCP Outcome 4 due to dyslexia.

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Record Keeping Concerns

How MDS helped a GP address record-keeping concerns and improve practice

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Trust Policies and Procedures

How MDS helped a Specialty Trainee handle a GMC investigation and return to work.

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A Mediation Resolves a Dispute

Clinical negligence claim settled through mediation, avoiding prolonged court action.

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A Clinical Negligence Claim

Clinical negligence claim settled through Part 36 offers, avoiding court proceedings.

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Suspension

From GMC suspension to working abroad with the right medico-legal advice.

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Breaching Patients Confidentiality

Case study on breaching confidentiality to safeguard public safety.

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Into the Unknown – Attending an Inquest

How MDS supported a trainee doctor through a coroner’s inquest.

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One too many investigations

From GMC investigation to return to practice with expert MDS support.

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Will your pay be protected?

Pay protection when switching from consultant to GP training.

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PA Allocation

Resolving underpayment: tracking working hours for a Specialty Doctor.

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Examination Appeal Success

Doctor wins exam appeal after MDS advice on Equality Act rights.

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Fit to Practice? It's a question of evidence

MDS helped a doctor overturn a GMC registration refusal after appeal.

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The importance of Indemnity Insurance

MDS helped a GP return to practice after GMC suspension and review.

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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA's) - it's worth a double check!

GMC investigation closed with no action after MDS support.

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Feeling Overworked? Know your rights before things go wrong!

MDS helped a doctor clear an IOT hearing and continue practicing safely.

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To be paid or not to be paid, that is the question?

MDS helped a doctor recover over £90,000 in unpaid wages.

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The Perils of Social Media

Consultant avoided GMC referral after MDS support on patient communication.

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An Apology or an Admission of guilt?

Patient complaint resolved after MDS advice on apology and communication.

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