NCDRC exonerates gynaecologist, says delay in registration not negligence
While exonerating a doctor accused of medical negligence while providing treatment to a pregnant woman, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) ruled that mere delay in registration with the State Medical Council, while being adequately qualified and having registration in the Indian Medical Register with the privilege to practice anywhere in India, does not amount to medical negligence or deficiency in service.
The history of the case goes back to 1994 when the complainant was in the early stages of her second pregnancy and sought consultation and treatment from the treating doctor- a gynaecologist. At that time, the doctor assured her that a normal delivery was expected. However, due to a delay beyond the expected delivery date, she was admitted to the treating hospital where the doctor was practising.
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