Jahangeer Ganaie
Srinagar, Jan 02 : The Jammu and Kashmir Medical Council (JKMC) has issued a strong directive to all registered doctors, urging them to strictly adhere to ethical practices and take decisive action against quackery and unethical behavior in the medical profession.
According to news agency, the council stated that ensuring patient safety and maintaining the integrity of the medical field are paramount responsibilities of medical professionals. In a notice shared with the media, the JKMC reiterated the need for doctors to comply with the Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette, and Ethics) Regulations, 2002, which outline professional standards and ethical guidelines.
The notice expressed concern over the rise of unethical practices and impersonation by unqualified individuals, which it described as a serious violation of patient rights and a threat to the reputation of the profession. JKMC officials highlighted that it is the duty of all registered doctors to uphold professional standards and ensure accountability in their practice.
As part of the directive, all doctors, whether in government or private practice, must prominently display their registration number issued by JKMC on all prescriptions, medical certificates, clinical notes, investigation reports, and related documents. Government doctors are also required to include their name, designation, registration number, date, and time on all patient records and correspondence.
The council also directed private practitioners, including those operating in clinics, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and other medical establishments, to display their names, qualifications, specialties, and JKMC registration numbers on their prescription pads, certificates, receipts, and consultation documents. Doctors are encouraged to use the QR code from their permanent registration certificate on prescription pads, enabling patients to verify their credentials easily.
The JKMC underscored that all medical practitioners must display legally attested copies of their qualifications and registration certificates at their practice locations. The notice warned that failure to display registration numbers or to comply with the ethical regulations would constitute professional misconduct, which could lead to disciplinary action.
