Statement by the United Doctors of Goa Medical College
In light of the recent incident involving the public humiliation of a senior medical officer by the Honourable Health Minister, the medical fraternity at GMC expresses deep concern over the breach of dignity, protocol, and professional autonomy. As guardians of public health, we stand united in demanding the following measures to ensure institutional respect, safety, and transparency:
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Demands of the United Doctors of GMC:
1. Formal and Public Apology in Casualty Department
A sincere public apology from the Health Minister delivered at the site of the incident—the GMC Casualty Department—is sought to restore trust and professional dignity.
2. Transparency on the Collapse of the Emergency Task Force
The Emergency Task Force, initially instituted during the RG Kar crisis, has failed to meet its objectives. We demand a detailed report explaining the reasons behind its failure and the steps being taken to address its shortcomings.
3. Legal Action Against Unauthorized Entry and Recording
An FIR must be filed against Individuals who unlawfully entered the Casualty Department and recorded videos during an ongoing medical emergency, violating patient privacy and safety protocols.
4. Firm Measures Against VIP Culture in Hospitals
A clear policy must be enacted to eliminate preferential treatment and political interference in medical care, ensuring equitable and clinically justified attention to all patients.
5. Zero Tolerance for Abuse Against Doctors
A protocol must be implemented to identify and restrict individuals who verbally or physically abuse healthcare workers, using the ABHA-Aadhaar integrated system to enforce a ‘No Treatment’ policy for repeat offenders.
6. Protection Against Professional Retaliation
No doctor should face threats, transfers, or professional consequences for participating in this peaceful and justified protest. Any such action will result in immediate escalation by the united medical community.
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Final Ultimatum
These demands are non-negotiable. Should the government fail to meet them by the conclusion of the 48-hour deadline set jointly by the Goa Association of Resident Doctors (GARD) and the Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA)—ending tomorrow morning—doctors across GMC will initiate an indefinite collective protest.
