Medical Disclaimer

Last updated: 21 June 2026

Important: The content on MedicalStudents.org.uk is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and must not be used to guide clinical decisions in patient care.

Educational Purpose Only

All content on MedicalStudents.org.uk — including but not limited to condition notes, drug information, clinical skills guides, question bank material, flashcards, and OSCE resources — is produced for the education of medical students only.

This content is not intended to be, and must not be used as:

Medical advice for patients or carers
A substitute for professional clinical judgement
A definitive clinical reference for patient care decisions
A replacement for current UK clinical guidelines

For Clinical Decisions, Use Authoritative Sources

Always refer to current, authoritative clinical resources for patient care decisions, including:

NICE Guidelines — nice.org.uk/guidance
BNF — bnf.nice.org.uk
BNFc (paediatrics) — bnfc.nice.org.uk
BMJ Best Practice
UpToDate
Local hospital protocols and trust guidelines
Your supervising clinician

Accuracy and Currency

While we make every effort to ensure content is accurate and aligned with current UK guidelines and the MLA curriculum, medical knowledge evolves rapidly. We cannot guarantee that all content is up to date at all times. Drug doses, treatment protocols, and clinical guidelines change — always verify against current authoritative sources.

No Patient-Doctor Relationship

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship. If you are a patient or carer seeking medical advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

If You Are a Patient in Distress

If you or someone you know requires urgent medical attention, call 999 (emergency) or 111 (non-emergency) or visit your nearest A&E.

Reporting Errors

If you identify an error or outdated information in our content, please contact us. We take accuracy seriously and will review and correct errors promptly.