Deoria clinic dispute over prescription goes viral, patient alleges assault

Deoria: A dispute at a private clinic in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked controversy after allegations of patient assault and misconduct surfaced, with a video of the incident circulating widely on social media. 

According to news reports, the incident occurred at a dermatologist's clinic, where a patient reportedly sought the names of the medicines listed in his prescription, claiming that the handwriting was unclear. He further alleged that even the pharmacists at a Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Yojana centre were unable to decipher them.

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The patient further alleged that when he requested clarification, clinic staff refused to disclose the names of the medicines, leading to an argument. The situation reportedly escalated when the dermatologist’s husband, also a doctor, pushed the patient out of the clinic.

The patient has also alleged that additional individuals were called in during the confrontation, and that he was verbally abused, threatened, and physically assaulted

The victim questioned the incident, saying that if patients are not informed about the medication they are receiving, how can government programs aimed at providing affordable and accessible medicines be successful? He expressed concern that patients are being forced to purchase their medication from private clinics, reports Bhaskar English.

The incident has triggered debate over patient rights, prescription transparency, and conduct within private healthcare facilities.

As of now, there has been no official response from the doctor or the clinic regarding the allegations. Police and health department officials are expected to take further action if a formal complaint is filed and an investigation is initiated.

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