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In Uttar Pradesh’s Basti, a man posed as a doctor in the district hospital’s emergency ward, treating patients, including critically ill ones. He was caught by public.
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A shocking case of negligence was reported at the district hospital in Basti in Uttar Pradesh, where a man pretending to be a doctor was found treating patients in the emergency ward, according to a report in India Today.
India Today report citing eyewitness mentioned that the individual, identified as Raj Kumar, entered the emergency ward dressed in a white coat, wearing a mask and a stethoscope. Claiming to be a senior doctor, he began examining patients, including those in critical condition.
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The report suggests that suspicion grew when the family of a seriously ill patient asked him to prescribe medication. Rather than responding with medical advice, he reportedly said he would “ask the warden and tell,” raising immediate concerns about his authenticity.
Finding something fishy, hospital attendants and relatives of patients confronted him. Upon questioning, it became clear that he was not a qualified medical professional. The impostor was apprehended by the public and subsequently handed over to the police.
The incident came to light after a man brought his critically ill wife to the emergency ward, the report claimed. The family alleged that she remained untreated for nearly two hours and later died. During this time, the fake doctor was seen moving around the ward, posing as a member of the medical staff.
India Today reported that District Hospital Senior In-Charge (SIC), Dr. Khalid Rizwan, confirmed the incident.
Rizwan said that they received the information that an unknown person was present in the ward posing as a doctor. He added that an FIR was being lodged on the basis of a written complaint.
Addressing the allegations of medical negligence, the doctor clarified that the patient was already in a critical state upon arrival. He said the woman was suffering from shortness of breath, and her oxygen level had dropped dangerously low, adding that she was given proper treatment but she could not be saved but despite all efforts, the report mentioned.
An investigation into the matter was underway.
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Manisha Roy is a Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com’s general desk. She comes with an experience of over 5 years in media industry. She covers politics and other hard news. She can be contacted at Manisha.Roy@nw18…Read More
Manisha Roy is a Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com’s general desk. She comes with an experience of over 5 years in media industry. She covers politics and other hard news. She can be contacted at Manisha.Roy@nw18… Read More
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