Bare Act
The Goa Medical Practitioners Act, 2004
The Goa Medical Practitioners Act of 2004 regulates private medical practices, clinics, hospitals, diagnostic centres, and pathological laboratories within the state of Goa. It applies directly to private doctors, dentists, and laboratory operators, requiring them to obtain official licenses and adhere to minimum hygienic and professional standards. This legislation matters because it protects patient safety, ensures only qualified individuals provide medical treatment, and actively combats unauthorized medical practice. Additionally, it legally obligates both private and government doctors to provide immediate treatment during emergencies, establishing strict penalties for non-compliance to guarantee that public healthcare remains safe and accountable.
- 0. Preamble
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Doctors to be licenced.
- 4. Application for licence.
- 5. Disposal of applications.
- 6. Factors to be taken into account in disposing of application.
- 7. Displaying of licence.
- 8. Validity of licence.
- 9. Renewal of licence.
- 10. Suspension or cancellation of licence.
- 11. Appeal.
- 12. Inspections.
- 13. Default.
- 14. Penalty.
- 15. Cognizance and trial of offence.
- 16. Indemnity.
- 17. Rules.
- 18. Exemptions.
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