Year: 2015 Source: Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine.(2016).37:22Ð27. doi:10.1016/j.jflm.2015.10.002 SIEC No: 20150510

Medical doctors have a high rate of suicide. Professional regulatory investigation is a risk-factor for suicide. Coroners should identify deaths and report them to prevent further deaths. The General Medical Council has a demonstrable duty of care towards doctors. Modification of existing operational practices is needed.