RML hospital warns doctors against unauthorized entry of pharma, diagnostic representatives

"It has been brought to the notice of competent authority that many unauthorized persons roam around the Hospital premise as agents of Diagnostic services and Pharmaceutical companies. This leads to an adverse Public Image of the Hospital. The hospital has well equipped lab services and diagnostic services," a recent order on July 5 stated.

Reminding the concerned that the hospital is well-equipped with lab services and diagnostic services, the office order added, "The Head of Departments is directed to instruct all resident doctors, technical staff, nurses, and faculties not to entertain such persons in the ward, OPD, or emergency block. They should be directed to utilize the lab and diagnostic services of this hospital, which maintains a high standard."

The order additionally warned that hospital employees would face disciplinary action if they were found to be in the company of any unauthorized agents.

"Any incidence of unauthorized agent canvassing within the hospital premise and with Hospital staff would be viewed seriously and appropriate action would be taken against the concerned employees." the office order noted.