The Irish Medical Council has taken action in response to complaints about doctors issuing sick certificates and prescriptions without adequate consultation. This move comes after revelations concerning employees who can exploit the system to obtain time off work for minimal cost. The Council has emphasized that General Practitioners providing healthcare through online services are bound by the same professional, ethical, and legal obligations as those conducting traditional in-person appointments.
The Irish Medical Council has taken action following complaints regarding doctors who issue sick certificates and prescription medication without proper consultation.
GPs offering online healthcare must adhere to the same professional, ethical, and legal obligations as they do during in-person appointments.
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