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After the deaths of both donor and recipient in a Pune liver transplant, Maharashtra's health directorate has established a high-level inquiry committee led by Dr Mohamed Rela, President of the International Liver Transplant Society. The panel will investigate clinical protocols, hospital conduct, and possible negligence, aiming to submit findings within four weeks. All living donor liver transplants at the hospital are suspended pending the probe.

A Johns Hopkins-led team has achieved a milestone in surgical robotics: a robot, trained on surgical videos and powered by advanced AI similar to ChatGPT, autonomously performed a critical phase of gallbladder removal on a lifelike model. The system, called SRT-H, adapted in real time, responded to voice commands, and self-corrected during unexpected scenarios, marking a leap toward clinically viable autonomous surgery.

The Supreme Court has directed the National Medical Commission to consider converting a General Medicine PG seat into a Radiodiagnosis seat after a NEET-PG candidate, who spent six months in Radiodiagnosis, lost the seat to a more eligible candidate under institutional reservation. The Court emphasized this was an 'extraordinary' situation and clarified that the new arrangement should not disturb the position of the candidate now entitled to the Radiodiagnosis seat. The NMC's response is awai...

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged the government to reduce GST on about 50 essential medicines—including those for diabetes, blood pressure, cancer, kidney disease, and tuberculosis—from the current 12–18% to 5% or exempted status. The IMA submitted a list to the GST Council and is in talks to reclassify these drugs, aiming to make critical treatments more affordable for patients with chronic and life-threatening conditions.

The sudden death of a 39-year-old cardiac surgeon in Chennai has spotlighted a disturbing surge in heart attacks among young Indian doctors. Dr Sudhir Kumar (CMC Vellore) warns that relentless stress, erratic hours, poor self-care, and delayed health screenings are driving this crisis. He urges doctors to prioritize their own health, including regular check-ups, adequate sleep, daily exercise, and learning to say no to excessive work demands.

The American College of Cardiology's 2025 guidance recommends adults with heart disease receive vaccines for influenza, COVID-19, RSV, and pneumococcal disease to reduce risks of hospitalization, cardiovascular events, and death. The guidance consolidates evidence for each vaccine, highlights low assessment rates by primary care, and encourages clinicians to integrate vaccination into routine cardiovascular care discussions.

A recent study highlights that conducting an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) in early pregnancy can help identify women at higher risk of developing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) later in pregnancy. Early OGTT screening may allow for timely interventions, potentially improving maternal and fetal outcomes by enabling closer monitoring and preventive strategies for those at risk.

The Bombay High Court has refused permission for medical termination of a 32-week pregnancy in a 15-year-old rape survivor, citing advanced gestation. The case highlights ongoing legal and ethical challenges for clinicians managing late-term pregnancies in minors, underscoring the need for clear protocols and multidisciplinary support.

A major standoff between hospitals and insurers over suppressed tariffs has led to suspension of cashless services at many hospitals. Doctors face irate patients unable to access cashless treatment, while hospitals warn that outdated, unviable tariffs threaten care quality and infrastructure investment. The AHPI urges urgent IRDAI intervention to restore fair, sustainable healthcare delivery.

Recent cohort studies show that SGLT2 inhibitor therapy is linked to a significantly lower incidence of iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) in patients with type 2 diabetes compared to DPP-4 inhibitors. Over a 5-year follow-up, SGLT2i users had a 6.9% cumulative incidence of IDA versus 11.3% for DPP-4i users (HR: 0.67). The protective effect was most pronounced in males and older adults, suggesting SGLT2 inhibitors may offer hematologic benefits beyond glycemic control.

A recent study compares dopamine and epinephrine for fluid-refractory neonatal septic shock, a leading cause of newborn mortality in India. The findings provide actionable insights for NICU protocols, potentially guiding drug choice to improve survival rates and reduce complications in critically ill neonates.

Seven foreign medical graduates (FMGs) suspended for fraudulently securing registration with the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) continue to appear on the council's official website and electoral rolls, allowing them to pose as legitimate practitioners and even contest council elections. Despite failing the mandatory Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), some are still practicing and employed in state institutions. The MMC administrator has promised corrective action after the issue ...

Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard- and AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist, highlights that the timing and pairing of supplements like iron, calcium, zinc, and vitamin B-complex significantly impact their absorption and side effects. Iron should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach with vitamin C, while calcium is best with meals in the evening but not with iron. Zinc is recommended with dinner to minimize nausea, and B-complex in the morning to support energy. Avoid pairing calcium with iron,...

Acute kidney injury (AKI) occurs in over one-third of children undergoing cancer treatment, with nephrotoxic drugs like ifosfamide, amphotericin B, acyclovir, and busulfan significantly increasing risk. AKI during therapy is the strongest predictor for chronic kidney disease (CKD) at one year post-treatment, with multiple AKI episodes raising CKD risk up to 16-fold. Early detection and monitoring are critical for high-risk patients.

A NEJM review warns that overreliance on AI can erode medical trainees' critical thinking, leading to 'deskilling' and 'mis-skilling.' To address this, the authors propose the DEFT-AI framework—diagnosis, evidence, feedback, teaching, and recommendation for AI engagement—to scaffold critical thinking and ensure trainees critically appraise AI outputs. The review urges educators to supervise AI use with structured conversations and evidence-based appraisal, fostering adaptive, critical engagem...