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With our plans for Doctors not in Training you can enjoy robust protection suiting your needs. Our plans are based on your grade and responsibilities, not your specialty. We offer memberships for Doctors from Foundation Years, to Specialty and Staff Grade.
Choose between our Clinical Defence plan, for essential legal, regulatory and medico-legal support, or our Employment Support plan, providing union-grade support and representation just for you. For complete peace of mind, choose our Comprehensive Plan, which includes both services and a big saving.
Out of hours and weekend cover for your professional emergencies.
Worldwide Good Samaritan Acts cover included in all our Clinical plans.
Insurance-backed cover for NHS Category 2 work included in all our Clinical plans.
I found the team at MDS very supportive and helpful. I have been a member of other Medical Defence Unions previously, but I found MDS to be the best.
ST3 Doctor
Yes, we offer a number of introductory discounts for our partners:
International Medical Graduates on their first NHS placement can apply to receive the first three months their first MDS membership for free.
BAPIO members receive 10% off their first year MDS membership and 5% in their second year.
BINA members can apply to receive the first three months of their first MDS membership for free.
We also offer referral schemes:
MDS members that refer a friend to MDS receive a £20 voucher when they join. Please remind them to mention your full mane when applying.
And we offer a 25% discount for members working 50% or less than full time work.
Terms and conditions apply to all our offers and discounts. Please contact [email protected] for more details.
We accept Debit and Credit Card payments, and BACS. If you prefer to spread the cost of your membership, we offer Direct Debit option for 12 months at no additional cost.
Applications are normally processed within two working days and upon receipt of requested documents for review.
This may include a letter of good standing (LGS) with full claims history from your previous defence body or insurer.
All cancellation requests must be made in writing to [email protected]. We are afraid we cannot accept requests made over the phone or through other mediums.
We offer a grace period of 14 days after joining and at the point of renewal, during which it is possible to cancel with no fees or requirement to complete the annual plan.
Past these 14 days periods, members are no longer allowed to cancel and must complete payment for the rest/entirety of the plan (12 months).
We do not offer in-year cancellations or pro-rata refunds.
