Sambalpur: Misconduct Allegations Against Doctor at Sambalpur Nursing Home; Controversy Over Examining Pregnant Woman in Absence of Female Staff
Sambalpur: An incident at a nursing home in Sambalpur city created tension when a pregnant woman was examined by a doctor without the presence of a female staff member. The situation normalized only after nursing home authorities assured action against the concerned doctor.
Details of the Incident
According to the nursing home, a pregnant woman had been admitted on the 22nd and had recently delivered a baby. During a routine health check-up, an Ayurvedic doctor, responsible for the floor management that day, visited the patients one by one. When the doctor reached this woman, she informed him about an issue related to milk production. While addressing the concern, the doctor proceeded with an examination without the presence of a female nurse, which is mandatory as per standard protocol.
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Family’s Reaction
The woman reportedly felt uncomfortable with the doctor’s approach and informed her husband and family members. She alleged misconduct by the doctor. The family, upon learning of the incident, confronted the doctor, but he fled the premises before the argument escalated.
Rising Tension at the Nursing Home
Soon after, the woman’s family and relatives gathered at the nursing home. The situation intensified as they expressed strong objections to the doctor’s behavior and criticized the lack of a female nurse during the examination. The family demanded accountability and appropriate action against the doctor.
Nursing Home’s Response
The nursing home authorities, including the present officials, assured the family of necessary action against the doctor. This promise helped to diffuse the tension, and the situation eventually returned to normal.
Key Takeaway
This incident has highlighted the importance of ensuring proper protocol, especially during medical examinations of female patients, to avoid discomfort or misunderstandings. The nursing home has since promised stricter adherence to regulations moving forward.
