Akshay (Advocate) 22 March 2020

Gross negligence

Actually my friend's wife is 8 month pregnant and she was admitted in a reputed hospital in Delhi. Doctor at the hospital premises gave her wrong medicine (cancer medicine). Now, please tell me what action should we take.

Thanks in advance

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A pregnant woman in Delhi was mistakenly given cancer medication by a doctor at a reputable hospital. This incident constitutes gross medical negligence. You can take action by filing a formal complaint against the doctor and hospital with the Medical Council of India. Additionally, consider pursuing a compensation case through the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, ensuring you gather all necessary evidence.

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Shaktika Malhotra 22 March 2020

You can file a case against the doctor as it's a case of medical negligence.
If your doctor prescribes you the wrong medication and it ends up causing you harm, you could have a valid claim for medical malpractice/negligence.