Healthy villagers forced to undergo angioplasty in Gujarat; doctor arrested
Friday, 15 November 2024 () A cardiologist operating at a Gujarat hospital was arrested for allegedly performing unnecessary angioplasties on healthy individuals. The scheme involved falsely diagnosing heart conditions to claim insurance under the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme. Two patients died after the procedure. Investigations revealed that the hospital organized medical camps to identify potential beneficiaries and mislead them into undergoing unnecessary surgical procedures.
Friday, 15 November 2024 ()
