A shocking video has become viral on social media, in which a doctor, at a government hospital in Indore City of Madhya Pradesh, slapping a patient repeatedly. Hospital management has suspended the doctor.
It’s important for patients to be aware of their rights and for healthcare providers to uphold them.
In India, patient rights are protected under various laws, regulations, and guidelines, including:
1. The Constitution of India: It recognizes the right to life and personal liberty, which includes the right to quality healthcare.
2. The Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010: This law governs the registration and regulation of clinical establishments, including hospitals. It contains provisions related to patient rights.
3. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019: This act allows patients to seek redressal and compensation for medical malpractice or negligence.
4. Various State Medical Council Codes of Ethics: These codes set ethical standards for healthcare providers and emphasize patient rights.
5. The National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) Standards: NABH accreditation standards in India include provisions related to patient rights.
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