GP shortages on Shetland and the Western Isles laid bare in new report
Fresh concerns were raised last night about GP shortages after it emerged that Shetland and the Western Isles had the highest vacancy rates in the country.
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GP molested four women while carrying out unnecessary examinations, court told
A GP carried out unnecessary intimate examinations on female patients for his own sexual gratification, a court has heard.
NHS Shetland is continuing to struggle to fill a slew of GP and other vacancies
NHS Shetland is continuing to struggle to fill a slew of GP and other vacancies as it strives to bring its £1.7 million bill for temporary staff down amid unprecedented financial pressure on its resources.
Chemists’ shot in the arm for beleaguered doctors
Crisis – it’s a word that has almost become a cliche in the debate over the future of Scotland’s health service.
Seven ways you can ease a headache without taking painkillers
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints.
North-east GP struck off after having affair with vulnerable patient loses appeal
A north-east doctor who was "struck off" after he had an affair with a vulnerable patient lost an appeal against the decision yesterday.
Doctor seeking legal advice after her name and picture used in SNP campaign leaflet without consent
A doctor is still waiting for a personal apology after her name and photo were used in an SNP campaign leaflet without her permission.
Aberdeen medical students livestream GP consultations to help address staff shortages
Doctors in training at Aberdeen University are using digital technology to watch GP consultations live as part of a drive to encourage more students to work in the struggling sector.
Local heroes need to be paid says retired GP
A retired GP has backed plans for "local heroes" as part of rural care services - but warned they will have to be paid.
Don’t ignore a three-week cough says doctor
A north-east doctor has urged patients suffering from persistent coughs not to delay seeing their GP.
Fears treating patients by videolink could put people in rural areas at risk
Fears have been raised that people living in rural areas could be at risk under new NHS plans to treat patients via videolink.
Fraserburgh doctor punched patient in the face after he collapsed in middle of street
A GP who punched someone he was sent to help has been handed a two-month suspension.
Out-of-hours GP cover in Highlands to be reduced
NHS Highland yesterday approved controversial plans to reduce out-of-hours GP provision in five north communities.
Ever wondered what a day in the life of a GP is like?
Rachael Crawford is a 29 year old general practitioner for NHS Highland. Here a day in her life.
Outdoor activities tempt GPs to Hebridean island
A remote Western Isles medical practice that used the area's outdoor recreational opportunities to tempt applicants to join it has received three applications for a GP post.