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A whistle-blowing helpline set up by the UK's regulator of doctors two months ago has led to 12 investigations into allegations of a "very serious" nature.
Figures seen by the BBC show the confidential phone line has had 187 calls since its launch.
One in seven was thought to be serious enough for the General Medical Council (GMC) to make further inquiries.
Most of the callers were doctors but some members of the public rang too.
The 12 "very serious" investigations involve complaints which suggest a doctor may not be fit to practise and there may be a risk to patient safety.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21533428
Figures seen by the BBC show the confidential phone line has had 187 calls since its launch.
One in seven was thought to be serious enough for the General Medical Council (GMC) to make further inquiries.
Most of the callers were doctors but some members of the public rang too.
The 12 "very serious" investigations involve complaints which suggest a doctor may not be fit to practise and there may be a risk to patient safety.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21533428