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Doctors Urged to Uphold Ethics in Nagaland
28 Oct
Summary
- Doctors must adhere to ethical practices, including abortion laws.
- Non-practicing allowance rules and pharmaceutical incentives cautioned.
- Doctors urged to partner in improving public healthcare delivery.
In Nagaland, Dr. Puse Liegise, president of the Medical Council, urged doctors to uphold professional ethics and public trust. Addressing the Nagaland In-Service Doctors' Association conference, he stressed the importance of adhering to laws and guidelines concerning abortion-related practices.
Dr. Liegise also cautioned government doctors against violating non-practicing allowance conditions and warned about unethical financial incentives from pharmaceutical companies for prescribing specific medicines. He called for compassionate care that extends beyond treatment to understanding patient experiences and preserving dignity.
Finance Commissioner Kesonyu Yhome encouraged the association to become a partner in public healthcare improvement. He urged them to provide evidence-based recommendations to the state government on gaps in healthcare infrastructure, staffing, and procurement.
Yhome highlighted that clinical competence must be paired with integrity and empathy. He also advocated for a greater focus on disease prevention, stating it is more economical than treatment, and recognized the medical fraternity's vital role in the state's development.
