WB: API condemns media trial of pulmonologist on allegations of sexual misconduct

Kolkata: Taking a strong view of the public humiliation faced by doctors in case of untoward instances, The Association of Physicians of India, West Bengal Branch has strongly condemned the names of doctors being revealed in the media in such circumstances.

This comes after, a complaint was filed against a Senior pulmonologist in Kolkata on allegations of " sexual indecency" by a female patient. Following the complaint of the patient, that she was allegedly molested by the doctor, the police arrested the doctor. The news was then revealed in the media.

The  Association of Physicians of India has now condemned on very strong terms, the release of his name by the media and identity even before the alleged misconduct has been proven. A press release taken out by the organisation to this effect clearly stated

"As much as it is important to conceal the identity of the 'alleged victim' in cases of alleged 'sexual misconduct'. It is also very crucial to conceal the identity of the 'alleged tormenter'. Because, investigations may prove that the 'alleged tormenter' was actually the 'real victim'. If such is the case will those responsible for tarnishing his reputation spend all their time and money to bring his reputation back?"