Medical Organisations Flashcards
What is the BMA (British medical association)
Trade Union & professional body for doctors in the United Kingdom
What does the BMA say they do
“We support our members in their professional lives, advocate for fairness and equality in the medical profession, and negotiate for better pay and working conditions.”
What does the GMC stand for
General Medical Council
What does the GMC do?
- Manage the UK medical register (Must meet requirements)
- Set the standards for doctors
- Oversee education and training
- Help to raise standards through REVALIDATION
- Investigate and act on concerns about doctors
What document does the GMC release?
“Good Medical Practice”
What does “Good Medical Practice” by the GMC do?
It sets out the standards of patient care and professional behaviour expected of all doctors in the UK, across all specialties, career stages and sectors.
What is Domain 1 of “Good Medical Practice”
Knowledge, skills and performance
What is Domain 2 of Good Medical Practice
Safety and Quality
What is Domain 3 of Good Medical Practice
Communication, Partnership and Teamwork
What is Domain 4 of Good Medical Practice
Maintaining Trust
What is the WHO
World Health Organisation- specialised agency of UN which is responsible for international public health
What does the WHO do?
- Make sure people have universal health coverage
- Protect people from health emergencies
- Improve the health and well-being of people.
