Doctors (Explanation III to clause 3.2)
- Name
- Qualifications
- Registration status
- SMR/NMR Registration number
Clinical establishments (Explanation IV to clause 3.2)
Clinical establishments publishing any electronic media post should transparently disclose the names of the RMPs with qualifications, registration status and SMR/NMR Registration number.
Can a doctor’s photo be used on posts, letterheads or signboards?
Use of the photograph or image of an RMP is not permitted where it constitutes self-advertisement, solicitation or promotional publicity. Use of a self-photograph or similar publicity material on the letterhead or signboard of a consulting room or clinical establishment is governed by Regulations 6.1.1 and 6.1.2 of the 2002 Regulations and regarded as unethical conduct (clause 9.2).
Questions
- Which details must a doctor show on a post?
- Name, qualifications, registration status and SMR/NMR Registration number (clause 3.2, Explanation III).
- What must a clinic show on its posts?
- The names of the RMPs with qualifications, registration status and SMR/NMR Registration number (clause 3.2, Explanation IV).
Sources
Rules change. Check the latest notice from the National Medical Commission, the National Dental Commission or your State Council before you act.