Removal of stones in gall bladder without consent of complainant is against medical ethics & constitute ‘medical negligence’

Arti Vs Dr. Gagandeep Goyal & 3 Ors (NCDRC Delhi) Conclusion:  In present facts of the case, the NATIONAL CONSUMER DISPUTES REDRESSAL COMMISSION NEW DELHI (NCDRC) observed that removal of the gall bladder instead of conducting laparoscopic surgery to remove the stones in the gall bladder without the consent of the complainant was incorrect and against medical ethics and hence the case was held to be under the ambit of ‘medical negligence’. Facts: In present facts of the case, the revision petition was filed under section 21 of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 which assails the order ...