Abstract
Background: Bringing the doctors under the ambit of Consumer Protection Act has made an impact on doctor-patient relationship. There has been an increase in legal cases of medical negligence in the recent past. This article provides practical information on medical negligence. Methods: Complaints received at Army Headquarters were studied to understand the factors involved in medical negligence. Result: Various aspects of medical negligence including doctor-patient relationship in the military set up have been discussed. Preliminary measures to be taken to avoid cases of negligence are enumerated. Conclusion: Good communication skills to build a rapport with the patient is the key to avoid majority of the complaints. The doctor must pay due courtesy, respect and care to the patient besides maintaining medical records scrupulously.
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