PGDCC Holder treats heart patient, Hospital, Doctors Fined Rs 5 Lakh - Video

Published On 2025-04-10T18:15:19+05:30 | Updated On 11 April 2025 11:26 AM IST

Overview

Jalandhar: Holding that there was clear-cut misrepresentation of doctors' designations, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Jalandhar, recently directed a Super Speciality Hospital, its three doctors to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to the family of a patient who died while undergoing treatment for Acute Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction.

While considering the complaint, the Commission observed that in the absence of the lead Cardiologist, Dr. Chawla, two other doctors attended the patient, despite lacking the required qualification. Further, the Commission noted that there was a delay in conducting the angioplasty procedure.

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PGDCC Holder treats Myocardial Infarction: Hospital, Doctors slapped Rs 5 lakh compensation

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With a graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Yakshi Chugh embarked on a journey to explore the dynamic intersection of media and healthcare. In 2024, she joined Medical Dialogues, driven by a passion to enhance healthcare journalism and deliver insightful, impactful content to readers.