A formal complaints mechanism that lets doctors resolve issues raised by patients — before any possible litigation — could ease pressure on medics, according to a GP.

A COMBINATION of bad eyesight, memory loss, lack of concentration or high blood pressure are some of the more common reasons that patients are refused “fitness to drive” certificates by their GPs.

STRESS levels among doctors are at least 10% higher than the general population leading to high rates of alcoholism, depression, substance abuse and suicide.