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Why join MDA National?
At MDA National, we understand that a claim or complaint is more than a medico-legal matter; it’s about your livelihood.
Why MDANConcise Advice
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for record management in doctor consultations
Medical transcription software uses speech to text transcription methods to convert audio files of doctor and patient conversations into a written record in real time
28 Nov 2023
Articles & Case Studies
Spinal Surgery
A range of treatments include manual and physical therapies, opioids, non-opioid painkillers, medicinal cannabis, spinal injections, and nerve ablation
18 Sep 2023
Concise Advice
Treating family, friends or colleagues
Self prescribing may lead to regulatory authorities pursuing the practitioner for inappropriate professional practice by way of breach of the Code of Conduct
31 Aug 2023
Concise Advice
Telehealth Toolkit
Telehealth has been a part of the Australian healthcare system for some time but has become integral to all sectors of medicine in recent years
16 Aug 2023
Blogs
GP referrals for cosmetic surgery
GPs should familiarise themselves with the new requirement for patients seeking cosmetic surgery to seek a referral from a GP or other medical specialist, which came into effect on 1 July 2023.
19 Jul 2023
Articles & Case Studies
Medicare update for Members
Many GPs will be aware of a recent targeted compliance exercise initiated by the Department of Health & Aged Care (DHAC) reviewing the co-billing of item 10997.
10 Jul 2023
Articles & Case Studies
More than just advice
Doctors’ health phone lines. A simple name for a service. Every state and territory in Australia has a 24/7 doctor-to-doctor telephone support service for doctors and medical students, as part of their Doctors’ Health Advisory Service (DHAS).
10 Jul 2023
Articles & Case Studies
Not worth the paper it's written on
Most disclaimers are not worth the paper they are written on – and you may be causing a lot of unnecessary angst over a request for notes if you use them inappropriately.
10 Jul 2023
Doctors Let's Talk: Get Yourself A Fricking GP
Get yourself a fricking GP stat! is a conversation with Dr Lam, 2019 RACGP National General Practitioner of the Year, rural GP and GP Anesthetics trainee, that explores the importance of finding your own GP as a Junior Doctor.
25 Oct 2022
Systematic efforts to reduce harms due to prescribed opioids – webinar recording
Efforts are underway across the healthcare system to reduce harms caused by pharmaceutical opioids. This 43-min recording of a live webinar, delivered 11 March 2021, is an opportunity for prescribers to check, and potentially improve, their contribution to these endeavours. Hear from an expert panel about recent opioid reforms by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and changes to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
14 May 2021
Diplomacy in a hierarchy: tips for approaching a difficult conversation
Have you found yourself wondering how to broach a tough topic of conversation? It can be challenging to effectively navigate a disagreement with a co-worker, especially if they're 'above' you; however, it's vital for positive team dynamics and safe patient care. In this recording of a live webinar you'll have the opportunity to learn from colleagues' experiences around difficult discussions and hear from a diverse panel moderated by Dr Kiely Kim (medico-legal adviser and general practitioner). Recorded live on 2 September 2020.
05 Oct 2020
