Continuing Medical Education (CME) program titled “Ethics in Action: Bridging Medicine and Law”
Gandaki Medical College
March 27, 2025
A Continuing Medical Education (CME) program titled “Ethics in Action: Bridging Medicine and Law” was successfully held at Gandaki Medical College in Pokhara on March 27, 2025 at Gandaki Medical College, Nayabazaar, Pokhara. The event was jointly organized by the Medico-Legal Society of Nepal and the Department of Forensic Medicine at Gandaki Medical College.
Program Highlights:
- Inauguration: The program commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Neelu Hirachan, who introduced the guests and speakers.
- Sessions:
- Medical Ethics Overview: Presented by Dr. Sharmila Gurung from Devdaha Medical College, providing a comprehensive overview of medical ethics.
- Nepal Medical Council’s Code of Ethics: Discussed by Dr. Alok Atreya of Lumbini Medical College, highlighting ethical values and principles.
- Medical Record-Keeping: Emphasized by Dr. Srijana Kunwar from Patan Academy of Health Sciences, focusing on the importance of meticulous documentation and potential pitfalls.
- Medical Negligence Case Studies: Explored by Pankaj Kumar Singh of Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, analyzing legal precedents and standards of care.
- Medical Laws in Nepal: Elaborated by Dr. Nuwadatta Subedi, President of the Medico-Legal Society of Nepal and forensic expert at Gandaki Medical College, detailing the responsibilities of medical practitioners under Nepalese law.
- Leadership: The program was chaired by Dr. Raveendra Prasad Shrestha, Principal and CEO of Gandaki Medical College, with Dr. Tumaya Ghale serving as the special guest.
- Volunteering: The MBBS students of Gandaki Medical College; Adit Acharya, Aarya Pudasaini, Swastika Shrestha and Anusharan Aryal volunteered to organize the program.
Participant Engagement:
Attendees gained valuable insights into medical ethics, medico-legal responsibilities, and best practices in documentation. Real-life case studies facilitated a deeper understanding of medical negligence and the legal challenges arising from documentation errors.
Picture: Participants of the CME
Conclusion:
The CME program at Gandaki Medical College provided an essential platform for healthcare professionals to engage in meaningful discussions on the intersection of medicine and law, underscoring the relevance of medical ethics and legal responsibilities across various medical disciplines.
