Bhopal Paediatrician found practising at private clinics; licences cancelled

In response, the CMHO office issued a notice to both the clinic and the doctor, seeking explanations. However, the clinic failed to provide a satisfactory reply within the stipulated time. As a result, its registration and licence have been cancelled under the Madhya Pradesh Nursing Home and Clinic Establishment Act.

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Additionally, the clinic was found in violation of the Madhya Pradesh Nursing Home and Rozotherapy Related Establishments (Registration and Licensing) Act, which prohibits government doctors from offering services at private clinics without explicit permission.

CMHO Dr Manish Sharma said that the licence of the clinic had been cancelled. Dr Pushpendra Chowkikar has also been given a notice in this matter. As per the departmental rules, the process of disciplinary action against him is underway, reports Free Press Journal.

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by health authorities to enforce ethical and legal compliance in the healthcare sector.

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Medical Dialogues had previously reported that in a move aimed at regulating private practice by medical officers under the Tripura Health Services (THS), the Governor of Tripura has approved a set of new directives. These guidelines specifically apply to medical officers who have opted for private practice in lieu of receiving the Non-Practising Allowance (NPA).