Introduction

Who is Medical Practitioner:

"Registered medical practitioner" means a medical
practitioner who possesses any recognised medical
qualification and whose name has been entered in a State
Medical Register.

Medical practitioners are professionals who are licensed to

practice medicine. They play a crucial role in the
healthcare system, providing diagnosis, treatment, and care
for patients. Medical practitioners can include doctors,
nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Their
rights and duties are governed by both legal and ethical
considerations, which ensure the delivery of quality and
ethical medical care.
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Rights of Medical Practitioners
1 Right to Choose His Patient
A doctor has the right-and the
privilege- to choose his patients.
However, once he has begun the
treatment of a patient, he cannot
refuse to continue his treatment,
unless there is a valid and
acceptable reason for such refusal.
However, he cannot refuse to give
treatment to anyone in an
emergency. In the case of
emergency treatment, it is
immaterial whether or not that
person is his regular patient.
2 Right to use his Title &
Qualification
A medical practitioner has the
right to use his title (as for
instance, "Dr.") and
description of the
qualifications which he
possesses and which are
recognised by the Medical
Council of India or by a State
Medical Council.
3 Right to Refusal 4 Right to Receive his Fees
Medical practitioners He has the right to
have the legal right to receive reasonable
refuse to provide certain fees for the treatment
medical treatments or given by him with due
procedures that conflict care and skill,
with their ethical beliefs irrespective of whether
or professional the patient is cured or
judgment, within the not.
boundaries of the law.
Ethical Duties of Medical
Practitioners
1 General Duties
Medical practitioners have an ethical
duty to prioritize the well-being of their
patients and act in their best interests
when providing care and making
decisions about their treatment.
2 Duties towards Patient
They are obligated to practice in a way
that avoids harming their patients and to
minimize any possible negative impact
of the treatment or intervention.

3 Privacy
Respecting the choices of patients by providing them with the information and support
necessary to make informed decisions about their healthcare is an essential ethical duty.
Responsibilities Towards Patients

1 Quality Care
Medical practitioners are responsible for providing high-quality and evidence-based care to
their patients, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.

2 Informed Consent
Obtaining informed consent from patients before any treatment or procedure, explaining
the risks and benefits in a clear and understandable manner, is a fundamental responsibility.

3 Confidentiality
Respecting patient confidentiality and maintaining their privacy regarding medical
information is a critical responsibility of medical practitioners.
Confidentiality and Patient Privacy
Legal Obligations Electronic Data Non-Disclosure
Security They are required to refrain
Medical practitioners have
Ensuring the security of from disclosing any
a legal obligation to protect
electronic patient data is patient-related information
patient confidentiality and
crucial, including to unauthorized individuals
privacy in accordance with
safeguarding against or entities, maintaining the
healthcare laws and
unauthorized access or confidentiality of sensitive
regulations.
breaches that could medical records.
compromise patient
privacy.
Professional Conduct and Standards
Ethical Codes
Adhering to established ethical codes and professional standards is essential for
medical practitioners to maintain integrity and trust within the healthcare community.

Continuing Education
Engaging in continuous learning and professional development to stay updated with
the latest medical advancements and best practices is a key aspect of professional
conduct.

Contribution to Research
Contributing to medical research and knowledge through ethical participation in
clinical trials and studies is an important part of professional conduct for medical
practitioners.
Legal Responsibilities and Medical
Mistakes

1 Mistake Claims 2 Insurance Protection

Doctors can face legal consequences due to Having enough insurance coverage is
mistakes, which can include errors, crucial to protect doctors from financial
negligence, wrong diagnosis, or improper problems related to legal issues and
treatment. mistakes.
Conclusion
Legal Framework Medical practitioners operate within a defined
legal framework that sets out their rights,
responsibilities, and obligations towards
patients and the healthcare system.

Ethical Practices Adherence to ethical practices and professional

standards is pivotal in ensuring patient safety,
trust, and the delivery of high-quality medical
care.

Patient-Centered Care Respecting patient confidentiality, privacy, and

autonomy forms the foundation for patient-
centered care and a trusting doctor-patient
relationship.