A paediatrician charged with gross negligence resulting in the death of a child in the UK. Septic shock was misunderstood for gastroenteritis. The child was mistaken for some other child and "not to resuscitate orders" issued to fellow friends. Court sentenced doctor two years prison.
General medical council ordered to erase his name from medical register forever. Reacting on this more than 7500 doctors signed a letter showing deep-seated concerns and warning implications of safety issues of patients. What is your opinion, in case this incident occurred in India, is it gross negligence? Kindly share.
