Foreign doctors surprised that they need to know Icelandic to work in the country
Foreign doctors in Iceland express surprise about the requirement to learn the Icelandic language to practice medicine in the country.
Doctors' suspension: Medical directors demand fairness, balance in disciplinary actions
The Guild of Medical Directors in Nigeria is advocating for fair and humane disciplinary actions for medical practitioners, emphasizing the need to protect both patients and healthcare professionals.
Circumcision classified as potentially harmful practice in new CPS guidance
New guidance from the Crown Prosecution Service in England and Wales classifies circumcision as potentially harmful but stops short of labeling it as child abuse following community objections.
Family GP had 'sexual motivation' for breast and vaginal exams, tribunal finds
A tribunal in Queensland has determined that Dr. Stellios Theodoros performed unnecessary breast and vaginal examinations on female patients due to sexual motivations, resulting in his permanent disqualification from medical practice.
Brazil creates first rule for AI in medicine: diagnosis cannot be automatic and patients may refuse use
Brazil's Federal Medical Council has established its first specific guideline governing the use of artificial intelligence in medical practice, emphasizing that AI must serve as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for human clinical judgment.
Organized dentistry is growing, CIQO strengthens the quality practice model while increasing average patient spending
The Italian Dental Quality Consortium (CIQO) is solidifying its role within an increasingly organized dental market, as patient spending rises by 4.5% over the last two years.
What experts want you to know about endometriosis surgery
Experts express concerns about the management of endometriosis surgery in Australia, highlighting the need for adherence to updated best practice guidelines.
"Flawless" doctor worked while intoxicated in Pirkanmaa - he and many others lost their professional licenses last year
In 2023, numerous healthcare professionals in Finland, including 21 doctors, lost their licenses to practice, with substance abuse being a common cause.
Women subjected to intimate exams by fake doctor report lack of training and rudeness
Women in Brazil have come forward with complaints about a fake doctor who performed intimate exams, alleging poor treatment and unruly behavior.
Midwife under investigation: Continued home births
A midwife, previously ordered by health authorities to stop conducting home births, is now under investigation for allegedly continuing her practice.
58 doctors and 61 nurses had their authorizations revoked in 2025
A total of 58 doctors and 61 nurses had their medical authorizations revoked in Norway in 2025 due to unfitness to practice, according to a report from the Health Inspectorate.
Zagreb is 15 years old: Parents in Split thrilled with new practice in the clinic
Parents in Split are pleased with a new practice in a pediatric clinic that separates appointments for healthy and sick children to reduce the spread of infections.
NHS doctor struck off over botched circumcision still performing operation
A doctor who was expelled from the NHS for a botched circumcision that endangered a toddler is still conducting the procedure without regulation, raising concerns about safety and oversight in the practice.
Ban on Abortions: Partial Success for Chief Physician and His Patients
A court ruling allows Dr. Joachim Volz to continue providing abortions in an outpatient capacity despite the hospital's ban, highlighting the conflict between medical practice and institutional policies.
Dispute over Abortions: Ban on Abortions in Private Practice Invalid
A court has ruled that a ban on abortions imposed by a Christian hospital's chief physician is valid, but does not apply to the gynecologist's outside practice.
Catholic Clinic Cannot Prohibit Chief Physician from Performing Abortions
In a dispute regarding abortions at a Catholic hospital in Lippstadt, Chief Physician Joachim Volz has won the right to perform them both in the clinic and in his practice.
'Ukrainian Special Act' to be repealed. What will happen to Ukrainian doctors?
The Polish Senate has passed a bill to repeal provisions from the 'Ukrainian Special Act' that allowed Ukrainian doctors to practice in Poland amidst the conflict, raising concerns about the future for these medical professionals.
Big change in clinics from January 1. Theory vs. practice
The Central e-Registration system launched on January 1, 2026, allows online booking for doctor appointments and tests, but practical access to appointment slots in other clinics is often limited.
"They are ashamed to have to visit our practice"
Many people in Germany, including illegal migrants and some Germans, live without health insurance despite mandatory coverage, which impacts the entire healthcare system.
Assisted dying bill: 'I'm a doctor - we need to stop horrific, frightening deaths'
Dr. Liam Hughes, a retired cardiologist, advocates for an assisted dying bill, citing the need to prevent 'horrific' deaths witnessed in his practice.
Healthcare: What Issues are Present in the Health System
The article discusses the debates surrounding the practice fee while highlighting more pressing issues within the German healthcare system, which, despite being one of the best worldwide, is costly and faces significant challenges.
Veterinarian for the Needy: The Practice for Special Furs
In Berlin, a veterinary practice provides care for the pets of low-income individuals, helping to combat loneliness among those in financial distress.
Proposal for a new practice fee: Better to discuss the fees of the medical profession
The health system requires structural reforms rather than provocative proposals, yet the coalition government is making little effort to drive real change.
Proposal for a new practice fee: Better to discuss the remuneration of the medical profession
The article discusses the need for structural reforms in the health system rather than provocative proposals, criticizing the government's lack of effective changes in the face of existing issues.
Stricter rules for private practice of doctors introduced. Published details
The Ministry of Health has implemented new guidelines for the supplementary work of healthcare workers starting next year, establishing stricter criteria for private employment based on waiting lists at public institutions.
Doctors and hospital representatives demand a 'contact fee' for patients - up to 40 euros would be due
Representatives from the medical field are proposing a 'contact fee' of up to 40 euros for patients as an alternative to a practice fee for doctor's visits, according to Andreas Gassen, chairman of the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians (KBV).