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Like death and taxes – a personal defence strategy for complaints

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Dr Rachel Brettell
15th November 2023

My practice manager is a lovely guy, but whenever he knocks on my consulting room door, I am gripped by a deep and unshakeable sense of dread. What have I done, who have I killed, or WORSE, have I received...

Prescription drug dependence- EEEEEasier with the 5 E’s

Prescription drug dependence- EEEEEasier with the 5 E’s image
Dr Rachel Brettell
1st June 2023

Prescription drug dependence is always going to cause you a fair few grey hairs, particularly if you manage a patient list. This is partly due to the sheer number of patients affected – according to a...

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