Doctors must inform the DVLA or DVA of medical conditions The GMC have now declared that, in accordance to new guidelines, doctors must notify the DVLA (Driving and Vehicle Licencing Agency) and the DVA (Driving and Vehicle Agency in Northern Ireland) of patient’s important medical information that may affect their driving. If a patient continues to drive against medical advice and fails to notify the DVLA or DVA then doctors must inform these governing bodies. In discussions with doctors it is said that they feel anxious about disclosing confidential information, however, it has been made clear by the GMC that confidentiality is not absolute. This has been published to clarify to doctors on how to balance their ethical and legal duties and for potential public responsibilities. Reasons for this change
Duty of Care The GMC has said that the responsibility for disclosing any medical information still lies with the patient although if they continue not to act then it is their doctor’s duty to report this. Niall Dickson, the GMC chief executive, said: “This is difficult territory. Most patients will do the sensible thing, but the truth is that a few will not and may not have the insight to realise that they are a risk to others behind the wheel of a car.” Trial period These guidelines are currently being tested running from the 25th November 2015 up until early 2016. Towards the end of 2016 there will be a final report on the finalised guidelines.
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James
29/11/2015 11:33:28 pm
So over due!!
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Annie
30/11/2015 12:34:16 am
Totally agree - very good news. It sounds like an awful lot of accidents could have been avoided. Although a friend of mine has had their driving license taken away before. This does show before there was confusion, this has made it clear.
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Ben
30/11/2015 08:07:18 am
About time..
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15/6/2024 02:36:08 pm
This was released to help physicians understand how to reconcile their legal, ethical, and possibly public duties.
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