Niall Dickson, chief executive of the GMC, has stated:
“the regulator had a duty of care to the doctors that it investigated and that it was aware that investigations were a very stressful experience for them.”
Dickson was talking to BMJ Careers on 15 June 2015 ahead of BMA’s annual representative meeting in Liverpool on 21-25 June, where delegates will debate a motion saying that the GMC was “creating a climate where doctors practise in fear for their registration.”
Dr David has been suffering with anxiety and depression, since 2012. He was referred to GMC in October 2013 with allegations of misconduct and performance issues. GMC at the time, wanted to investigate the allegations and his practice as a whole. After 20 months, GMC is yet to inform him about the progress of the investigation.
GMC last month, threatened Dr David, stating:
“We would like you to agree to the health assessment. If you do not do so, we will be left with little alternative other than to refer your case to a Fitness to Practise panel for hearing on the information we have so far gathered.”
What options would measly Dr David have against GMC, the Goliath’s threats?
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