Knowledge Hub

Structured, educational medico-legal guidance for doctors and hospitals—focused on prevention, anticipation, ethical practice, documentation strength, and effective litigation management.

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Core Knowledge Topics

Documentation-style summaries to help prevent, anticipate, and manage medicolegal risks.

Golden Rules for Doctors & Hospitals

Healthcare is no longer a 'bed of roses'. It is associated with significant risk to doctors, staff, and equipment. Prudence demands that such risks be prevented, anticipated, and managed properly to maintain the dignity & grace of medical practice and for the safety of doctors, staff & equipment.

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Pre-conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 (PC-PNDT Act)

The Pre-conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 (PC-PNDT Act) is a central legislation enacted to prevent female foeticide and regulate the use of diagnostic techniques such as ultrasonography and genetic testing. It prohibits the use of any technique for sex determination of the foetus before or after conception, and restricts prenatal diagnostic procedures solely to detect genetic or congenital abnormalities.

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Social Media in Healthcare

Social media has emerged as a powerful tool in modern healthcare, transforming the way medical professionals, institutions, and patients communicate and share information. Platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube enable rapid dissemination of health education, disease awareness, public health alerts, and professional collaboration.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare refers to the use of algorithms, machine learning, and data analytics to assist in diagnosis, treatment planning, patient monitoring, and administrative efficiency. When used properly, AI can enhance clinical accuracy, reduce errors, and optimize patient care.

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Relevant Acts & Rules

Statutory frameworks governing healthcare practice.

Consumer Protection Act, 2019

Rights, redressal forums, and standards for services (including healthcare). Defines deficiency in service and consumer remedies.

Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Act, 2021

Regulates medical termination with updated gestation limits, provider qualifications, and consent requirements.

Pre-Conception & Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994 (PC-PNDT Act)

Prohibits sex selection; regulates diagnostic techniques; mandates registration, record-keeping, and penalties for violations.

National Medical Commission – Registered Medical Practitioner (Professional Conduct) Regulations, 2023

Professional conduct regulations for registered medical practitioners under the NMC, outlining duties, ethics, and standards of practice.

Relevant Case Laws

Key judgments every clinician should know.

Kusum Sharma & Ors vs Batra Hospital Medical Research Centre

2010Supreme Court of India

Principles on standard of care and medical negligence; guidance on compensation.

Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences vs Prasanth S. Dhananka

2009Supreme Court of India

Institutional liability, informed consent, and compensation considerations.

Samira Kohli vs Dr. Prabha Manchanda

2008Supreme Court of India

Landmark decision defining informed consent in medical procedures.

Jacob Mathew vs State of Punjab & Anr (2005 – Supreme Court Guidelines)

2005

Supreme Court guidelines on criminal medical negligence; clarifies precautions before initiating criminal proceedings against doctors.