Becoming a patient of a GP can be a scary experience. You have to trust them with your personal health information, and as such they have to be able to keep that information safe. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Sometimes GPs make mistakes due to negligence or at worst they can even steal your identity!

What is GP negligence?

GP negligence is when a GP fails to provide the standard of care that they should, which can cause harm to patients. It is not limited to a single incident and may be caused by a variety of factors including:

• Poor communication between patient and doctor
• Poor record keeping by doctors
• Lack of awareness about certain conditions or treatments (e.g., new medications)

How common is GP negligence?

GP negligence claims are on the rise, with most claims being made for missed diagnoses.

According to government statistics, GP negligence claim have increased by over 60% since 2013. This means that there are now more than 2,000 cases of GP negligence every year – an average of four every day! Furthermore, it appears that female GPs are more likely to be sued than male GPs (although this could simply be because there are more female GPs).

What are the risks of being affected by GP negligence?

If you have been affected by GP negligence, it is important to understand the risks. You could be misdiagnosed, given the wrong medication or treatment and even be given incorrect advice about your condition.

The most common cause of GP negligence is when doctors fail to diagnose a condition early enough and this can lead to serious health problems down the line. It could also mean that they don’t spot something else that needs treating at the same time as your main complaint which may result in further complications later on.

Who can help you claim for GP negligence?

You can claim for GP negligence in the UK by yourself, or you can seek help from a lawyer. If you decide to go it alone, there are several organisations that can provide advice on how to do this:

The NHS offers information on how to make a complaint about your doctor’s care and treatment. You can find their guide here.

The General Medical Council (GMC) investigates allegations of misconduct against doctors in England and Wales; they have an online form where patients can report concerns about their medical treatment or diagnosis at no cost whatsoever.

You should ensure that you know your rights as a patient if you are affected by GP negligence.

As a patient, it is important that you are aware of your rights and how to claim for damages if you have been affected by GP negligence.

• You should know that if the doctor has failed to provide adequate treatment or diagnosis for your condition, then this would be considered as negligence on their part.
• If this happens, then it could lead to some serious consequences such as:

Conclusion

If you have been affected by GP negligence, it is important that you understand your rights as a patient. You should also be aware of the risks involved in being treated by someone who has not met their duty of care towards you. If this has happened to you then we can help by providing free legal advice on how best to proceed with your case.