Major Healthcare Developments This Week

13th May 2025

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Major Healthcare Developments This Week - #35

1. Supreme Court Refuses New Guidelines for Doctors’ Safety, Says It’s a Matter for Parliament

The Supreme Court of India has refused to issue new guidelines for protecting doctors from rising assaults, stating that existing guidelines already cover doctors’ safety and that creating new laws is Parliament’s responsibility. The Court advised petitioners, including the Delhi Doctors Forum and Indian Medical Association (Dwarka), to approach High Courts for specific grievances. The case also highlighted the tragic suicide of Dr. Archana Sharma in Rajasthan. At Doctorpreneur Academy, we believe supporting doctors' safety and leadership is critical for the future of healthcare.

To read more, please click here:

https://thedoctorpreneuracademy.com/2025/04/26/supreme-court-refuses-new-guidelines-for-doctors-safety-says-its-a-matter-for-parliament/

2.🛡️ Why Every Doctor Needs Indemnity Insurance Today – Protect Your Practice and Peace of Mind

This blog explains why Indemnity Insurance is essential for doctors, clinics, and hospitals in India. It protects healthcare professionals from financial losses due to medical negligence claims, covering legal expenses and compensation payouts. The blog outlines who should buy it, what it covers, how much insurance to take, and what to check before purchasing. With rising patient awareness and medical litigation, having indemnity insurance is now critical for protecting your practice and peace of mind.

To read more, please click here:

https://thedoctorpreneuracademy.com/2025/04/28/%f0%9f%9b%a1%ef%b8%8f-why-every-doctor-needs-indemnity-insurance-today-protect-your-practice-and-peace-of-mind/

3.🏥 What is “Cashless Anywhere” in Health Insurance — and Why Hospitals Should Prepare Now

Manipal Hospitals has partnered with Google Cloud to implement Generative AI (GenAI) in This blog explains the concept of "Cashless Anywhere" in health insurance, which allows patients to get cashless treatment even at non-network hospitals. It highlights why this is becoming the future of healthcare in India, how hospitals can prepare by maintaining proper documentation, updating billing practices, and building relations with TPAs and insurance aggregators. Hospitals that offer smooth cashless services will attract more insured patients and grow faster. Doctors are encouraged to seek expert guidance from The Doctorpreneur Academy to make their hospitals future-ready for the cashless healthcare revolution.

4.Minor Drug Law Violations Can Now Be Settled Without Trial: Health Ministry Issues New Rules

The Health Ministry of India has notified the Drugs and Cosmetics (Compounding of Offences) Rules, 2025, allowing companies and individuals to settle minor drug law violations without facing a criminal trial. The rule enables faster resolution by paying a fine (compounding amount) and offers immunity from prosecution, unless conditions are violated. This move aims to reduce court burden and streamline compliance for pharma, cosmetic, and medical device sectors.

To read more, please click here:

https://thedoctorpreneuracademy.com/2025/04/30/minor-drug-law-violations-can-now-be-settled-without-trial-health-ministry-issues-new-rules/

5. 61 Drug and Cosmetic Batches Declared Not of Standard Quality by CDSCO in March 2025

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has flagged 61 drug and cosmetic batches as Not of Standard Quality (NSQ) in its March 2025 alert. These include common medications like Paracetamol, Albendazole, Norfloxacin, and Telmisartan, as well as cosmetics such as face creams, lipsticks, and shampoos. Most samples failed tests for dissolution, microbial contamination, heavy metals, or mislabeling. Doctors and healthcare providers are advised to stay alert and avoid prescribing or using these batches.

6.🩺 Criminal Case Cannot Be Filed Against Doctors for Prescribing Expensive Medicines: High Court Rules

The High Court has ruled that doctors cannot face criminal charges simply for prescribing costlier medicines over cheaper alternatives. The court emphasized that prescribing decisions are based on clinical judgment, and unless there's clear evidence of fraud or malpractice, no criminal case can be filed against a doctor for such choices. This ruling reinforces doctors’ professional autonomy and safeguards them from unnecessary legal action.

7. Donor Lungs Preserved Safely for Up to 20 Hours Outside the Body: A Breakthrough in Transplant Science

A new study from UMC Utrecht shows that donor lungs can now be safely preserved outside the body for up to 20 hours using the HOPE (Hypothermic Oxygenated Machine Perfusion) technique. Presented at the ISHLT 2025 conference, this method improves transplant flexibility, preserves organ quality, and could transform lung transplant logistics worldwide.

To read more, please click here:

https://thedoctorpreneuracademy.com/2025/04/30/donor-lungs-preserved-safely-for-up-to-20-hours-outside-the-body-a-breakthrough-in-transplant-science/

9.Big Shift in Physiotherapy Education: ‘Dr’ Prefix Approved, NEET Now Mandatory for BPT Admissions

The National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) has approved the use of the "Dr" prefix for physiotherapists and made NEET mandatory for admissions to the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) program. The updated curriculum, effective from 2026, also extends the BPT course duration to 5 years and introduces a uniform national curriculum, marking a major shift in physiotherapy education and recognition in India.

To read more, please click here:

https://thedoctorpreneuracademy.com/2025/05/01/big-shift-in-physiotherapy-education-dr-prefix-approved-neet-now-mandatory-for-bpt-admissions/

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Subject in Focus

📝 10 Smart Ways Feedback Forms Can Improve Your Clinic!

Use feedback forms — they’re simple, powerful, and full of insights!

Here’s how they help:

1️. Spot service issues – Like long waits or rude behavior

2️. Improve staff attitude – Praise the good, fix the weak points

3️. Help doctors connect better – Honest feedback = better communication

4️. Keep your clinic clean & calm – Patients notice everything!

5️. Fix scheduling delays – Use real-time input to shorten waits

6️. Personalize care – Small details from feedback make a big impact

7️. Track patient satisfaction – Watch your clinic improve month by month

8️. Build trust – When patients feel heard, they stay loyal

9️. Improve digital services – Telehealth, online booking, payments

10. Get great public reviews – Happy patients = powerful testimonials!

💬 Feedback isn’t criticism. It’s a tool for growth.

Every comment can help you make your clinic better!

The Doctorpreneur Academy:
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Brief:

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Doctorpreneur Power Capsules
🎯 Prioritize Like a Pro + Master Healthcare Outcomes

Great teams don’t do everything — they focus on what matters.

Here are 9 smart ways to prioritize your work:

1️. Eisenhower Matrix

👉 Urgent vs. Important → Do / Schedule / Delegate / Delete

2️. 3-3-3 Method

👉 3 hrs deep work, 3 quick tasks, 3 routine jobs = 1 clear day

3️. Time Blocking

👉 Plan your day by the hour. Then stick to it.

4️. ABCDE Method

👉 Grade your to-dos. A & B only. Cut the rest.

5️. MoSCoW Method

👉 Must / Should / Could / Won’t. Clear team priorities.

6️. Kanban Board

👉 To Do → Doing → Done. Visual, simple, and effective.

7️. 25/5 Rule

👉 Pick your top 5 tasks. Ignore the other 20 — ruthlessly.

8️. Pareto Principle (80/20)

👉 Focus on the 20% that gives 80% results.

9️. Theory of Constraints

👉 Fix your biggest bottleneck. Fastest way to move forward.

💡 Pick one that fits your flow!

🏥 3 Key Healthcare Outcome Types – A Must-Know for CPHQ!

To improve quality, understand these 3 outcome types:

🔵 Clinical – Mortality, complications, treatment success
🟢 Functional – Daily living, long-term progress
🟠 Perceived – Satisfaction, understanding, trust

📌 Why it matters:
✅ Core to Performance Measurement
✅ Helps in real-world QI projects
✅ Common in CPHQ exam questions

🚀 Our Content For This Week

Do Doctors Need GST Registration in India? 🇮🇳💰 A Complete Guide 📖

Here Is The Link: https://youtu.be/pRjvJeK8fRQ

2. Dr. Santosh Kochhar’s Journey – Bringing Modern Healthcare to Rural India!

Here is the Link - https://youtu.be/C5e_q16hAdQ

3.From Small Clinic to 4-Story Hospital 🏥 | Dr. Amit Agarwal’s Inspiring Journey as a Pediatrician