Dispensing errors, though often under-discussed, can have serious implications for patient safety and professional accountability. The recent session led by Dr. Amit Nabar at S.L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate shed light on this critical intersection of healthcare and law.
Key takeaways from the discussion included:
The statutes and case laws that govern dispensing errors in India.
Distinguishing between civil and criminal negligence in medical practice.
The importance of legible prescriptions and how courts interpret them in the context of patient safety.
Shared liability between hospitals and healthcare professionals when errors occur.
Practical strategies to prevent dispensing errors, protecting both patients and practitioners.
The session emphasized that preventing errors isn’t just about compliance. It’s about strengthening patient trust and creating a safer healthcare system. Continuous learning and interdisciplinary collaboration (between clinicians, pharmacists, administrators, and legal experts) are essential in achieving this goal.
What are your thoughts? How can Indian healthcare institutions better integrate legal awareness and clinical practice to minimize dispensing errors?
MBH/AB