Fear of complaints push 79% of GPs to practise ‘defensive medicine’

A survey found 79% of GPs practise defensive medicine for fear of complaints.

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Fear of complaints push 79% of GPs to practise ‘defensive medicine’

Published 10 June 2026 · CQC, regulation & governance

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In brief A survey found 79% of GPs practise defensive medicine for fear of complaints.

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