The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has issued notices to Lady Willingdon Hospital in Lahore and to doctors reportedly involved in recording patients during surgical procedures.
The move follows circulation of a video allegedly filmed inside an operating theatre, which showed medical staff engaged in unprofessional conduct, recording videos while patients underwent surgeries.
The incident prompted questions about patient confidentiality and compliance with medical ethics.
Recording patients without consent, particularly in operating theatres or other sensitive clinical settings, is considered a breach of professional ethics and may violate patient rights and confidentiality standards, the council stated.
PMDC President Dr Rizwan Taj said that the council considers such conduct unacceptable and will take action under the applicable regulatory framework.
He said that the council requested full details regarding the doctors involved, whether consent was obtained, and what disciplinary steps the hospital has taken.
He also emphasised that the council is responsible for safeguarding patient rights, ensuring ethical medical practice, and maintaining public trust in the healthcare system.
