Concerns

We take concerns raised about a doctor’s behaviour, health or performance seriously. Here you'll find details on the type of concerns we can investigate, and the actions we can take to protect public safety and confidence in doctors. Being a doctor under investigation is stressful. You'll also find information on how we investigate concerns and sources of support available to doctors.

Raise a concern about a doctor
You can raise a serious concern about a doctor, or a doctor can refer themselves online. Our online support materials will explain what you need to do.
Raise your concern

Guides for patients and the public

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Make sure we're the right people to speak to

We want you to raise concerns with the right people first time. Sometimes that's us. Sometimes other organisations are best placed to help you. Our guide will help you decide.
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How we'll respond to your concerns

Find out how long it can take, how we'll judge if we'll investigate your concern and what you might need to do.

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Guide for doctors

Being investigated can be stressful. You can see how we'll investigate, and what you can do to minimise the impact on your practice in our doctor support area.

Doctors under investigation

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