Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
Doctors too often bear the brunt of patient dissatisfaction, despite many underlying issues being beyond their control.
The vast majority of patient complaints are closed at an early stage. However, even when a complaint doesn't go any further, the experience can be incredibly stressful for a clinician and can have a real impact on their wellbeing.
The General Medical Council's annual report on Fitness to Practise statistics shows a 25% increase in complaints against doctors.
Doctors expect to be held to account, but we must tackle the underlying pressures facing the NHS.
We all want to see complaint numbers come down. It’s up to the government and NHS leaders to ensure our doctors are equipped to provide the quality care they want to give - and that patients expect.
Doctors too often bear the brunt of patient dissatisfaction, despite many underlying issues being beyond their control.
The vast majority of patient complaints are closed at an early stage. However, even when a complaint doesn't go any further, the experience can be incredibly stressful for a clinician and can have a real impact on their wellbeing.
The General Medical Council's annual report on Fitness to Practise statistics shows a 25% increase in complaints against doctors.
Doctors expect to be held to account, but we must tackle the underlying pressures facing the NHS.
We all want to see complaint numbers come down. It’s up to the government and NHS leaders to ensure our doctors are equipped to provide the quality care they want to give - and that patients expect.
