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This intensive four-week online certificate program provides the essential, practical legal and ethical knowledge required for compliant practice in the Indian healthcare sector. Designed for doctors, nurses, administrators, and allied health professionals, the course is focused on risk mitigation and professional security. You will gain clarity on the duties and rights under core regulatory frameworks, including the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act and the impact of the Consumer Protection Act (COPRA) on litigation. The program directly addresses the most critical medico-legal areas: -- Medical Negligence: Understanding the "Bolam Test" adaptation and implementing strategies for claim prevention and proper Medico-Legal Case (MLC) management. -- Informed Consent: Mastering the legal prerequisites for valid consent—a crucial defense against legal challenges. We cover legal pillars of patient data: -- Confidentiality & Records: Upholding ethical and statutory duties for maintaining and disclosing Medical Records and respecting patient privacy. -- Digital Health: Applying the Telemedicine Guidelines and understanding data protection laws like the DPDP Act, 2023. Specialized areas ensure comprehensive compliance: -- Reproductive Laws: Adhering to the MTP Act and PCPNDT Act. -- Organ Transplants: Compliance with THOTA. Complete this course to significantly enhance your legal literacy, make confident decisions, and ensure robust institutional compliance.
You can also join this program via the mobile app. Go to the app