Doctors Sue GMC Over Physician Associates Regulation, Cite NHS Reliance and Recent Deaths

Jun 9, 2024, 03:51 PM

Doctors are set to sue the General Medical Council (GMC) over its regulation of physician associates and anaesthesia associates, citing recent deaths linked to these cut-price medics. The unprecedented case, spearheaded by the group Anaesthetists United, has raised more than £50,000 to take the GMC to court. Over 80 Fellows of the Royal College of Physicians have declared their lack of confidence in the College, stating that its stance on physician associates is recklessly failing patients. The legal challenge aims to address the perceived inadequacies in the regulation of these medical professionals and protect patient safety. The case also highlights the NHS's reliance on physician associates and the role of the NHS watchdog.