Index Catalog // The Kings Fund Digital Archive

Publication date:: 2004
Abstract:: There are unprecedented challenges arising for the medical profession from the changing expectations of patients, government and managers. Doctors remain 'professionals' but the traditional image of what this means in practice is increasingly outdated. While individual doctors remain highly trusted, the profession as a whole needs to demonstrate better its ...

Author:: Dewar, Steve, King's Fund, and Dixon, Jennifer
Publication date:: 2000
Abstract:: The purpose of this paper is to stimulate debate about the appropriate standard of proof to use in GMC hearings. The GMC currently uses a criminal standard of proof (beyond reasonable doubt). However, this is a matter of custom and practice and is not specified. Recently there have been calls ...

Author:: King's Fund Centre (King Edward's Hospital Fund for London) and Cox, Caroline
Publication date:: 1978
Abstract:: These papers record the proceedings of this study day. A review of the Programme's development from 1974 to 1978 was given, and some current issues were discussed. A report on recent disciplinary figures and their implications for nurse education was made, highlighting the fact that many cases were the result ...

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