Bengal doctor slapped Rs 2.5 lakh compensation for Tinea corporis treatment lapse, no medical negligence found - Video
|
Overview
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) recently directed a doctor from West Bengal to pay Rs 2.5 lakh to a patient, whose skin condition did not improve despite undergoing treatment.
Even though the Apex Consumer Court found the allegations of medical negligence in the diagnosis of the disease and administration of steroids as false, it noted that the patient's condition did not improve, and she had to suffer a lot for not having received the benefits of the treatment administered by the treating doctor.
For more details, check out the full story on the link mentioned below:
Speakers
Anshika Mishra is a dedicated scholar pursuing a Masters in Biotechnology, driven by a profound passion for exploring the intersection of science and healthcare. Having embarked on this academic journey with a passion to make meaningful contributions to the medical field, Anshika joined Medical Dialogues in 2023 to further delve into the realms of healthcare journalism.