Legal Session: Maintaining High Professional Standards (MHPS)

* Please note this session is for HPMA members only**

*This session is for those in HR/OD/ Workforce roles**

Summary:

A 1.5 hour session covering the basics of MHPS

Aim:

To give attendees an overview of MHPS, deepen their understanding of MHPS, and equip them with advice and practical tips for running an MHPS process 

Objectives:

The session will enable attendees to understand:

• when MHPS applies and why it is important to follow it 

• the key roles and responsibilities of those involves in an MHPS process

• when it is appropriate to exclude a practitioner or restrict their practice

• how different types of concerns should be addressed, and 

• how to handle tricky issues that commonly arise during an MHPS process 

Outcome:

Attendees should leave the session with a greater understanding of when and how MHPS applies so that they can feel confident in dealing with MHPS in practice.

Target audience: Medical HR professionals, and those who may be involved in MHPS investigations or case management

Prework: None

Facilitator

Laura Horovitz, Legal Director, Capsticks LLP Laura Horovitz | Capsticks

Laura Horovitz - Legal Director - Capsticks Solicitors LLP | LinkedIn

Lily Chakrabarti, Senior Associate, Capsticks LLP Lily Chakrabarti | Capsticks

Lily Chakrabarti - Senior Associate - Capsticks LLP | LinkedIn

Date: Tuesday 16th Septemer 2025

Location: Online

Time: 09:30 start, finish 11:00

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