Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
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The surgical profession, more than any other medical specialty, is constantly in the limelight. Frequently, concerns are expressed about our colleagues. The concerns may be personality clashes rather than failure in behaviour or performance. ⋯ New proposals to modify the GMC procedures will reduce the standard of proof to one of 'balance of probabilities'. The surgical profession should be accountable to its patients and colleagues. Will our Royal College rise to the challenge to establish itself as the bulwark of the surgical profession?