MDU says GPs 'do not have to follow' NHS Direct
The Medical Defence Union has responded to a 'rush of enquiries' from GPs to its helpline about NHS Direct by saying family doctors 'do not have to blindly follow' the nurse-led telephone helpline's recommendations but may be 'well advised' to make detailed notes if they decide not to see a ...
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