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Informative Article | Law | India | Volume 10 Issue 2, February 2021

Medical Negligence in India Vs the Role of Consumer Forum

Amaraa Theiva

Abstract: Introduction Medicine bridges the gap between science and society. The application of scientific knowledge to human health is a crucial aspect of clinical practice. It is medical professionalism of doctors that creates confidence of the public in them. Several health providers have entered the health care arena. The patients expect from their doctors noble values and a standard of medical ethics. Medical professionalism is defined as a set of values, behavior, and relationships that creates the trust the public has in doctors.

Keywords: Medical Negligence, Medical Ethics, Existence of legal duty Breach of a legal duty The breach, injury, Damages

Edition: Volume 10 Issue 2, February 2021,

Pages: 365 - 370