QR Code Revolution in Doctor Verification

In a decisive step to address the menace of bogus medical practitioners, the Maharashtra government has launched a digital initiative called ‘Know Your Doctor’, aimed at ensuring transparency and protecting patients from fraud (1^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Launch of Know Your Doctor (KYD) Platform

Go to source). The announcement was made by Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif in the state assembly while responding to queries from legislators Sanjay Darekar and Dharmaraobaba Atram about patients falling victim to unqualified doctors.

'Know Your Doctor' Platform

The innovative system, developed by the Maharashtra Medical Council, enables patients to verify a doctor’s credentials digitally. “Through the ‘Know Your Doctor’ platform, patients can access details such as the doctor’s identity card, specialization, and registration number by scanning a QR code,” Mushrif explained.

He further added that a district-level review committee, headed by the District Magistrate, has been constituted to monitor and take preventive action against fake medical practitioners. A state-wide campaign is also underway to identify and eliminate bogus doctors.

Maharastra Govt to Assess Public Health Standards

In a related development, Public Health Minister Prakash Abitkar assured the assembly that the government will review all public health centers operating under the Public Health Department to ensure compliance with the Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS). Responding to a question by legislator Sunil Prabhu regarding inadequate basic facilities in state hospitals, Abitkar said, “Our focus is to provide essential facilities and quality medical services, especially to patients from rural and remote areas.”

The minister confirmed that the government will allocate necessary funds and expedite the recruitment process to fill vacant posts in health establishments. “A comprehensive review of manpower requirements will be undertaken, and steps will be taken to ensure adequate staffing. I will personally inspect government hospitals in Mumbai to monitor facilities and address gaps,” he assured.

The dual announcements underline Maharashtra’s commitment to strengthening its healthcare system through digital innovation, enhanced monitoring, and improved infrastructure, ensuring safer and more reliable healthcare for citizens.

Reference:

1. Launch of Know Your Doctor (KYD) Platform - (https://www.maharashtramedicalcouncil.in/Files/Announcements_10022025_Launch%20of%20Know%20Your%20Doctor%20(KYD)%20Platform.pdf)

Source-Medindia