How to confirm your type of practice

When you enrol for the first time, or if you are renewing, you will be  automatically enrolled on your Scheme as Engaged in the Practice of Medicine.   

Engagement in the practice of medicine by a registered medical practitioner includes any of the following activities:  

• Involvement in the act of diagnosing, treating, or managing illnesses and medical conditions, including telemedicine consultations  
• Provision of medical advice or education  
• Prescription of medications  
• Performing of medical procedures  
• Development of preventative programmes  
• Conducting of relevant medical research  
• Taking any other actions which require medical knowledge and skills   

If you are not Engaged in the Practice of Medicine please email professionalcompetence@rcpi.ie  

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