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Glossary term

Practising Certificate

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A formal document issued annually or periodically by a medical regulatory body or professional council confirming that a healthcare professional holds current registration, has met continuing professional development requirements, and is permitted to practise in their stated specialty. Requesting sight of a surgeon's practising certificate is a basic but important step in verifying their credentials.

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