Dharmasala CHC doctor suspended for prescribing medicine to be purchased from outside

Jajpur: In a recent incident a doctor of Dharmasala Community Health Centre (CHC) in Jajpur district, has been suspeneded for allegedly directing patients to procure medicines from private outlets. The suspension order was issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department after the violation came to notice.

The accused doctor, is Dr. Hemanta Kumar Maharana. He was deputed to Dharmasala CHC from Korei three months ago. During this time, he reportedly advised patients to purchase medicines instead of using those available at the health centre.

The matter came to light during a surprise visit by the Health Secretary to Dharmasala medical facility. Following the inspection, strict action was taken against the doctor.

Dr. Maharana has now been directed to stay at Jajpur Sadar subdivision. He has also been restricted from leaving the station without prior permission from higher officials.