Viewpoint: Fear of being sued is taking its toll on GPs

An MPS survey has found that GPs are practising more defensively because of a fear of being sued. Dr Pallavi Bradshaw explains what can be done to address the problem and improve patient care.

by Dr Pallavi Bradshaw

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