A few days back, I had posted about drug quality control and why doctors prescribe branded drugs , because their reputation is at stake.
This is a chilling example of what can happen if you prescribe some unknown brand in private practice.
Dr Praveen Soni ,is a pediatrician posted in a CHC in Chhindwara District, Madhya Pradesh. He also runs his own clinic - and has prescribed a cough syrup named ColdRif - manufactured by Sresun Pharmaceuticals from Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu.
His job is not to ensure the safety of the drugs. If a drug is available in the market with government approval, it is understood that the government apparatus vouches for its quality.
Theoretically.
As I have said many times before, there's a lot of difference between theory and practice. In this instance, that difference has a significance. A particularly awful significance.
The doctor is well within his rights to prescribe that cough syrup. Yet, the syrup had a contaminant which killed many children. Instead of arresting the people responsible for manufacturing, quality testing or approving the medicine, the government arrested Dr Soni , for prescribing it !
In short, the MP government , blamed Dr Soni for trusting the government apparatus. No one can blame you for trusting the government, except the government itself.
If he had stuck to a trusted, costly multinational company brand, the kids may not have died. He wouldn't be in jail either.
This shows that if a doctor is in private practice and prescribes some drug, NO ONE in the chain from manufacturing to retail will take responsibility. He is on his own.
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@AstuteNyaksha I'm all against reservation, but this is an extremely stupid post. Even if your tagging system existed and people chose an (UR) doctor the first time, they’d only go back if the doctor had skill, empathy and actually helped. If a (R) doc gives better care, word will spread 1/2
@DrDatta_AIIMS Suvrankar, being from the same batch and school as you, I can say you have made everyone so proud. You are an inspiration. Hope you achieve much much greater heights.
5. "Goa looks up to its doctors with pride. Let us continue to live up to that trust."
You made sure Goa no longer looks up to its ministers with pride. Maybe do something about that?
During the broadcast with Prudent Media last night, I openly extended my heartfelt apology to Dr. Rudresh Kuttikar for the harsh words spoken by me during my visit to GMC. In the heat of the moment, my emotions overtook my expression, and I deeply regret the manner in which I addressed the situation. It was never my intention to undermine or disrespect the dignity of any medical professional.
Doctors hold a sacred and noble position in our society. They work tirelessly to heal, to comfort, and to save lives. I hold the highest respect for their contribution to our state. While I may have erred in my communication, my intent was always to ensure that no patient is denied timely care and that our public health system remains responsive and compassionate.
However, I am equally concerned about the disruption in services at Goa Medical College, which is now impacting thousands of innocent patients. The public is bearing the brunt of this situation, and I urge all our doctors to reflect on the larger responsibility we share the welfare of our people.
This issue is now unfortunately being politicised, turning a professional matter into a political confrontation. That is not the path we should follow. Let us not allow the sanctity of GMC and its service to the people be diminished by external agendas. Our focus must remain steadfast on healing and helping.
I appeal to our doctors to return to duty with the same passion and commitment that defines their profession. Disservice to the people of Goa, in any form, cannot be justified.
Let us all rise above this moment, reaffirm our shared commitment to public health, and work together to ensure that no patient suffers due to misunderstandings or misplaced priorities.
Goa looks up to its doctors with pride. Let us continue to live up to that trust.
@prudentgoa@InGoa24x7
4. "Let us not allow the sanctity of GMC and its service to the people be diminished by external agendas."
It was U who stormed into the hosp with a full herd of cameramen & brutally himiliated a doctor on duty in front of his patients. Sancity of the GMC was not violated then?