Doctors Assaulted By Patient's Relatives After Her Death At Mumbai’s R.N. Cooper Hospital | WATCH VIDEO

A shocking incident at Mumbai's R.N. Cooper Hospital where doctors were attacked by a patient's relatives after her death. Police have launched an investigation into the assault caught on video.

A shocking incident of violence was reported at the R.N. Cooper Government Hospital in Mumbai. Three physicians on emergency duty at the hospital were allegedly attacked by the family members of a patient who passed away while receiving treatment, according to a hospital statement released on Saturday.

Elderly Woman Dies During Treatment at R.N. Cooper Hospital

According to hospital officials, a 65-year-old woman was taken to the emergency room on Friday evening with severe dyspnoea and considerable weakness. The on-duty Casualty Medical Officer (CMO), Gaurav Anandgaonkar, Medicine Resident Karan, and interns Prashant Bhadke and Rahul Pradhan treated her right away. Despite rapid CPR and other life-saving procedures, the patient could not be revived and was certified dead at 12:32 a.m. Friday.

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Doctors Assaulted by Patient's Relative After Death Confirmation

One of the patient's relatives allegedly became angry and began physically assaulting the doctors. Anandgaonkar was repeatedly punched in the face, Intern Prashant Bhadke was assaulted, and Medicine Resident Karan suffered injuries to his face, eye, chest, and abdomen while attempting to defend his colleagues.

The hospital stated that the assault occurred "in full public view" inside the casualty ward, and that security staff on duty failed to interfere. "Despite repeated calls for help, no immediate response was received, allowing the assailant to continue his violent behaviour unchecked," according to the report.

It also named the contracted security personnel Sanjay Lite, Deepchand, Vikas Kate, and Palan Thakur and accused them of incompetence and disobedience of duty.

Hospital Condemns Violence

The hospital described the incident as "alarming and unacceptable," saying doctors were attacked while executing their duties and attempting to save a life, a situation that "cannot be tolerated under any circumstances." The injured doctors have been treated and are said to be stable.

Police File Case Against Accused

A complaint was registered with the Juhu Police Station. Police have filed a complaint against the accused, Sameer Abdul Jabbar Shaikh, under IPC sections 121(1), 132, 352, and 351(2). The investigation is underway.

5 Safety Tips for Doctors on Duty

Due to the increase in the number of cases of violence towards healthcare workers, workplace safety has never been more crucial than before. Here are the five safety tips:

Stay Aware of Your Surroundings

Always stay alert, particularly on high-stress sections such as emergency wards or the ICUs.

Communicate Clearly and Calmly

Open communication is useful in easing tension. Speak simple language in the case of a patient, look at them, and remain calm.

Know Hospital Security Protocols

All physicians are to know safety measures of the hospital, such as panic buttons, emergency entrances, and numbers to get security in contact.

Avoid Being Alone in Sensitive Situations

Where feasible, an attendant, colleague or nurse should be made available when having employees who are conversing with distraught families of patients.

Seek Institutional Support and Report Incidents

Violent behaviour should always be noted. Report them to the hospital management or law enforcement.

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