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Free CQC review template · Quarterly

Complications and outcomes review

A free 5-point review for independent clinics and aesthetics providers. It evidences the CQC quality statement “Monitoring and improving outcomes” under the Effective key question (Reg 17), as outcomes. Built from GMC. Answer each check below and download a PDF report, or print a blank form.

Checks

  1. Complications recorded and followed up
  2. Plans and equipment for managing complications in place
  3. Patients told what to do if they have a problem after treatment
  4. Outcomes reviewed and compared
  5. Learning shared and practice changed

Official sources

This checklist summarises the official guidance. Check the sources for the full requirements.

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Templates summarise official guidance as of October 2026. They do not replace it: always check the linked source for the full requirements. Audit Angel CQC is not affiliated with the Care Quality Commission.

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