A cardiologist in Jammu and Kashmir has been suspended following an investigation into alleged medical malpractice, according to official sources. The action was taken by the Jammu and Kashmir Health Department after a preliminary inquiry found evidence of negligence and unethical practices.
Suspension Order and Investigation Details
The suspended doctor, identified as Dr. [Name withheld pending formal charges], was attached to the Government Medical College and Hospital in Srinagar. The suspension order was issued on June 20, 2026, citing violations of the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Practitioners Act. The probe was initiated after multiple patients complained of misdiagnosis and unnecessary invasive procedures.
A three-member committee formed by the Health Department submitted its report, which highlighted at least five cases where the cardiologist allegedly performed coronary angiograms without proper medical justification. The committee also found discrepancies in patient records and consent forms.
Official Statement and Reactions
“The suspension is a preventive measure pending a detailed departmental inquiry. We are committed to ensuring accountability in healthcare,” said a senior official from the Health Department, speaking on condition of anonymity. The doctor has been barred from practicing in any government or private facility in the union territory until further orders.
Local medical associations have expressed mixed reactions. While some support the crackdown on malpractice, others caution against a rushed judgment. “We believe in due process. The doctor should be given a fair chance to defend himself,” said a representative of the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Council.
Impact on Healthcare Services
The suspension has left a gap in cardiology services at the hospital, which handles a high volume of cardiac patients. Hospital authorities have reassigned cases to other cardiologists and are seeking temporary replacements. Patients who had scheduled procedures with the suspended doctor have been contacted for rescheduling.
This incident adds to growing concerns about medical oversight in the region. According to data from the Jammu and Kashmir Health Department, there have been 15 formal complaints of medical negligence in the past year, with three resulting in suspensions.
