HealthIMA Warns Kerala CM's Angioplasty Remarks May Harm Patient-Doctor Trust
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) criticized Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan's remarks against unnecessary angioplasty, warning that such statements could damage trust between patients and doctors. Satheesan accused some hospitals of performing angioplasty driven by commercial interests rather than medical need. IMA acknowledged the intent to avoid unnecessary treatments but cautioned that public doubts might cause patients to delay or refuse essential, life-saving procedures.
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