The Punjab government has taken strict action following a viral video incident at Lady Willingdon Hospital, suspending several doctors and initiating disciplinary proceedings.
According to an official notification, Medical Superintendent Dr. Farah Inam and Head of the Gynecology Department Prof. Dr. Uzma Hussain have been directed to submit their explanations within three days.
Meanwhile, the postgraduate training of four doctors Dr. Tayyaba Fatima Toor, Dr. Maham Amin, Dr. Zainab Tahir, and Ayesha Afzal has been suspended. The doctors have also been instructed to report to the Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department, which has formally notified them of the action.
The incident has been termed a serious case of negligence in the discharge of official duties, due to grave malpractice and administrative lapses.
Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique said the actions reflected a violation of medical ethics, an affront to patient dignity, and a breach of professional standards, all of which are strictly prohibited under government rules and hospital SOPs.
Secretary Azmat Mahmood warned that further disciplinary action would be taken if satisfactory explanations are not submitted within the given timeframe.
Viral video raises alarm over hospital C-section procedures
The administration of Lady Willingdon Hospital earlier launched an inquiry after a video went viral showing alleged haste and unprofessional behaviour among medical teams during a C-section.
In the footage circulating on social media, different teams of doctors can be seen seemingly competing to perform the procedure first, raising serious questions about patient care and professional ethics.
In the viral video, a different team of doctors can be seen rushing to perform the C-section first, raising serious questions about their conduct. Such alleged negligence could prove fatal for patients, raising concerns within medical circles.
Hospital authorities have expressed concern over the incident, noting that such negligence could have serious consequences for patient safety.
According to media reports, the hospital’s Medical Superintendent, Dr Farah, has taken immediate notice and announced the formation of an inquiry committee to review all aspects of the video. Dr Farah confirmed that strict legal action would be taken against those found responsible.
Dr Farah stated that all aspects of the video would be thoroughly reviewed and strict legal action would be taken against those found responsible.
