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eMediNexus 25 January 2023
Yes, a patient who suffers from the negligent act of the doctors can seek remedy under several laws:
1. Compensatory action - Complaint against doctors, staff or hospital, whether private or government, who committed negligence, to seek monetary compensation before -
2. Punitive action - Criminal complaint against the doctor under Indian Penal Code.
3. Disciplinary action - Complaint seeking disciplinary action against the medical practitioner or the hospital, before statutory bodies that govern the medical practitioners (Medical Council of India or State Medical Council).
4. Recommendatory action - Complaint before the National/State Human Rights Commission seeking compensation.
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