Private Practice during Duty Hours: Principal GMC Handwara warns doctors of termination

Srinagar: Taking strict action against government doctors practising privately, Professor Dr Khurshid Ahmad Wani, the recently appointed Principal of Government Medical College Handwara, has issued a stern warning to all doctors of its Associated Hospitals of immediate termination without any prior notice if they are found practising during working hours. 

An order issued by him in this regard mentioned, “It is for the information of all the faculty/doctors of GMC Handwara and its associated hospitals that if any of them are found practising privately during working hours, he/she will be terminated immediately without any prior notice.”

Additionally, Dr Khurshid mentioned a specific time frame for doctors to follow the directive of not engaging in private practice, which is from 9 am to 5 pm. This bold move was made in response to complaints about doctors practising privately during their official working hours, leading to inconvenience for their patients. Hence, this move is expected to bring relief to the patients. 

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Medical Dialogues had recently reported that the Health and Medical Education Department in Jammu and Kashmir made Dr Khurshid Wani the new Principal of Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara. Dr Khurshid Wani was appointed as Principal of Government Medical College Handwara after Dr Iffat Hassan was relieved from the post of principal.

Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Dr Khurshid Ahmad Wani said, “The motive behind this order is to provide better healthcare facilities to the people of the district. It is worth noting that frequent complaints of doctors practising privately during official hours were being reported from the associated hospital of GMC Handwara. With this order, the people of Kupwara district hope to receive better facilities.”

Dr Wani has further emphasized that his main focus will be on academics and enhancing healthcare facilities. Additionally, he has instructed the hospital administration to regularly monitor the attendance of paramedical staff.

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Patanjali Ayurved to take legal action against Uttarakhand SLA

In a recent update amid the misleading ads controversy, Patanjali Ayurved has called for legal action against the decision of the Uttarakhand State Licensing Authority (SLA) to suspend manufacturing licenses of 14 products of Patanjali Ayurved Ltd and Divya Pharmacy.

On Tuesday, the Uttarakhand SLA informed the Supreme Court that the order was issued to Baba Ramdev’s company after repeated violations of the drug advertisements law.

For more details, check out the full story on the link below:

Licences Of 14 Products Suspended: Patanjali Ayurved Calls For Legal Action Against Uttarakhand SLA


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GMC Akola Surgery Residents Assaulted, Doctors Demand Enhanced Security in all Maha Medical Colleges

Akola: In yet another instance of violence against doctors, three Surgery resident doctors from the Government Medical College (GMC) Akola were recently assaulted by the relatives of a patient.

The incident happened yesterday when around 20-25 people came inside the hospital and attacked the doctors with slippers and rods after the patient collapsed. Following this, the resident doctors at the institute initiated a strike closing the OPD services.

The resident doctors have demanded the authorities increase guard security and CCTV facilities and have also filed a police complaint regarding the incident, the President of the Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) at GMC Akola, Dr. Henry informed Medical Dialogues.

He said that the patient was a known case of Hemophilia and the doctors provided their best care to the patient. However, despite all the possible measures, the patient collapsed. After he was declared to be dead, several people came inside and assaulted the surgery residents.

“Once the incident happened, we gave an intimation to our administration that we were going into a strike,” he said, adding that considering the patients, the emergency services have been kept operational and only OPD services have been closed.  However, if the situation continues, then the doctors will be forced to go for the shutting down of the emergency services as well, he added.

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Central MARD Extends its Support: 

Meanwhile, Maharashtra State Association of Resident Doctors (Central MARD) has also extended its support to the doctors. Issuing a Press Release today, Central MARD mentioned, “We are deeply disturbed by the reports of the assault on a Surgery resident doctor at Government Medical College & Hospital, Akola, which occurred on May 3, 2024. This act of violence against a member of the medical community is unacceptable and we strongly condemn it in the strongest terms.”

“The safety and security of healthcare professionals are of utmost importance. They are at the forefront of providing essential services to the community, often under challenging circumstances. Any form of violence against them is not only a crime against the individuals but also an attack on the sanctity of the medical profession and public health at large,” the release further added.

Extending its solidarity with the resident doctors and the entire medical fraternity at GMC Akola, the association has urged the authorities to take swift and decision action to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice. Furthermore, Central MARD demanded immediate measures to enhance the security at medical colleges and hospitals to prevent such incidents in the future.

MARD Demands Enhanced Security Measures at Maha Medical Colleges: 

Raising the issue, Central MARD today wrote to the Maharashtra DMER Commissioner and requested the authorities to ensure enhanced security measures at medical colleges in the State of Maharashtra.

Condemning the incident of violence against the doctors at GMC Akola, Central MARD pointed out in the letter that in recent times, there have been several reports of security breaches and incidents that have raised concerns about the safety of the students, faculty, and staff within the premises of the medical institutes.

“These incidents not only threaten the physical well-being of individuals but also disrupt the academic environment, which is crucial for the nurturing of future medical professionals,” the association mentioned in the letter.

Highlighting the need for a secure and safe educational setting, MARD pointed out that it is the responsibility of the administration to ensure that robust security measures are in place.

“It is high time to strengthen the security measures at all medical colleges and hospitals in the state of Maharashtra and the administration should not wait till the next incident of assault on resident doctors,” it mentioned in the letter.

Urging the authorities to ensure increased security, the association added, “CENTRAL MARD requests the administration to stringently look into the security of each and every medical college and hospital and ensure that the resident doctors who are the most important pillars of healthcare in India are safe.”

Commenting on the matter, the President of Central MARD, Dr. Abhijit Helge told Medical Dialogues, “We have requested the commissioner of medical education to provide enhanced security measures at the earliest across all medical colleges in the state of Maharashtra.”

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Mob Attack: 2 Surgeons brutally attacked after patient death, admitted in ICU

Kolkata: Two on-duty doctors of the surgery department at Tamluk Medical College and Hospital were allegedly attacked by the relatives of a patient who died during treatment in their hospital on Thursday.  

The incident occurred on Thursday when the patient was admitted and five people allegedly involved in the assault at a state-run hospital in West Bengal’s Purba Medinipur district were arrested.

According to a PTI report, The two doctors of the surgery department at Tamluk Medical College and Hospital are undergoing treatment at the ICU of the same medical facility, police said.

Based on the complaints lodged by fellow doctors and several video clips recorded by them, police arrested five people.

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The footage captured a group of unidentified individuals wielding bamboo sticks while assaulting the doctors near the boys’ hostel of the medical institution.

The doctors were attacked following the death of Shiekh Arif Ali, who was brought to the hospital after a motorbike accident at around 9.15 pm on Wednesday, the police officer said.

He said, “Ali’s condition improved after doctors treated him. But his family members took him away without the consent of the hospital. After an hour or so, he was brought back to the hospital. Doctors found him brought dead,” reports news agency PTI.

Thereafter, the family members started assaulting the doctors on duty, the officer added. 

Police are investigating the matter.  

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NEET 2024 tomorrow: NTA Issues advisory for Candidates, complete Details here

New Delhi- Through an advisory, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued important guidelines, instructions to be followed on exam day by the candidates appearing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) for 2024. 

Tomorrow i.e. Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 02:00 PM to 05:20 PM, NTA is going to conduct NEET-UG 2024 for more than 24 lakh candidates at various centres located in 557 cities across the country including 14 cities outside India.

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IMPORTANT ADVISORIES TO CANDIDATES

1 NTA uses AI-based real-time analytical tools & technologies to map likely/potential use of unfair means /cheating behaviour by candidates at all centres, both during and post exams.

2 CCTV recordings are analyzed using AI technologies to confirm malpractice with evidence.

3 NTA catches the likely cheaters through Artificial Intelligence-based tools

4 Suspicious candidates are identified through AI-based tools, even after the examination.

5 Examination centres are continuously monitored through artificial intelligence-enabled systems to ensure the integrity of the examination process

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IMPORTANT POINTS REGARDING ADMIT CARD

To ensure a smooth examination process for NEET UG- 2024, candidates should take note of the following points regarding their admit cards-

1 The downloaded admit card should prominently display the photograph, signature, and roll number barcode. These details are crucial for identification and verification purposes during the examination.

2 If any candidate finds any essential element missing on the admit card, they should download it again from the official website of NTA and take a printout.

3 The candidate must reach the Centre at the time indicated against the Reporting/Entry time at the Centre in the Admit Card.

4 All candidates are required to download and carefully read the Instructions given with the Admit Card and strictly adhere to them.

5 The Admit Card consists of three pages- Page 1 – the Centre details and Self Declaration (Undertaking) form, Page 2 has a “Postcard Size Photograph” and “Page 3 has “Important instructions for Candidates”. The candidate must download all three pages and bring a pasted photograph on page 2 before arriving at the centre.

6 No Candidate would be allowed to enter the Examination Centre, without Admit Card, Valid ID Proof, and proper frisking. Frisking will be carried out through a Handheld Metal Detector (HHMD).

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES

1 No candidate shall be permitted to enter the Centre after the Gate Closing- Time.

2 No candidate shall be permitted to leave the Examination Room/Hall before the end of the examination.

3 On completion of the examination, please wait for instructions from the Invigilator and do not get up from your seat until advised. The candidates will be permitted to move out one at a time only.

4 Candidates are advised to verify the location of the examination venue, a day in advance so that they do not face any problem on the day of examination. If religion/customs require you to wear specific attire, please visit the Centre early for thorough checking.

5 Candidates will be permitted to carry ONLY the following items with them into the examination venue-

i Personal transparent water bottle

ii Additional photograph same as uploaded on Application Form, to be pasted on Attendance Sheet.

iii Admit Card along with Self Declaration (Undertaking) having Postcard size photograph affixed on the designated space (page 2) downloaded from the NTA website (a clear printout on A4 size paper) duly filled in.

iv Before reaching the Centre, the candidates must enter the required details in the Undertaking in legible handwriting.

v PwD Certificate and Scribe-related documents, if applicable.

6 Candidate should put their signature and paste the Photograph at the appropriate place. They should ensure that their Left-Hand Thumb Impression is clear and not smudged.

7 Candidate must carry valid Identity proof, preferably, an Aadhaar Card (with photograph)/ E-Aadhaar/Ration Card/ Aadhaar Enrolment No. with a Photo in the centre. However, other valid Identity proof issued by the government – PAN card/ Driving License/ Voter ID/ 12th Class Board Admit or Registration card/ Passport/ Original School Identity card with Photo will also be considered ONLY in case of non-availability. All other IDs/Photocopies of IDs even if attested/scanned photos of IDs in mobile phones will NOT be considered valid ID Proof.

8 The PwD candidates must bring a PwD Certificate issued by the Competent Authority if claiming relaxation under the PwD category. The Scribe will be provided by the National Testing Agency only if requested in the online Application Form of NEET (UG) – 2024. The facility of a Scribe will be provided, in case he/she has a physical limitation, and a scribe is essential to write the examination on his/her behalf, being so certified in the authorized format as per RPwD Act, 2016 given in Information Bulletin by a CMO/Civil Surgeon/ Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution. Compensatory time of one hour and five minutes will be provided for the examination of three hours & 20 minutes (03:20 hrs) duration, whether such candidate (having a physical limitation to write) uses the facility of Scribe or not

9 Candidates are NOT allowed to carry any personal belongings including electronic devices, mobile phones, and other banned/ prohibited items listed in the Information Bulletin to the Examination Centre. Examination Officials will not be responsible for the safekeeping of personal belongings and there will be no facility at the center.

10 Blank paper sheets for rough work will NOT be provided in the examination Hall/Room. Rough work is to be done in the space provided for this purpose in the Test Booklet only. Failure to do so may result in the non-evaluation of your answers.

11 No Candidate should adopt any unfair means or indulge in any unfair examination practices as the examination Centres are under surveillance of CCTV and equipped with Jammers.

12 On completion of the test, candidates must hand over the OMR Sheet (both Original and Office Copy) and take away only the Test Booklet with them. It will be the responsibility of the candidate also to ensure that the OMR sheet submitted by him/her carries his/her signature as well as the Signature of the Invigilator at the pre-determined spaces.

13 No Bio-breaks will be allowed during the first one hour after the beginning of the exam and the last half an hour of the exam.

14 Apart From the biometric attendance and frisking at entry, candidates will be frisked and biometric attendance will be taken again on entry from bio-break/toilets break.

15 Candidates are advised NOT to indulge in the use of unfair means, impersonation etc. Candidates found using unfair means are liable for strict action including debarment from appearing in all the examinations conducted by NTA.

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Furthermore, candidates are advised to arrive at their designated examination centres in time to complete all pre-examination formalities efficiently. This will facilitate a seamless and orderly conduct of the examination.

If any candidate faces difficulty in downloading the admit card for NEET (UG) 2024, he/she can contact the number mentioned in the notice or email NTA, the notice added. Candidates are also advised to visit the official website of NTA and Exam NTA for the latest updates.

To view the notice, click the link below

https://medicaldialogues.in/pdf_upload/notice-237472.pdf

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