Nepal Medical Council strikes 17 doctors off register for acquiring foreign citizenship

Summary

The Nepal Medical Council has deregistered 17 doctors who acquired foreign citizenships, in accordance with council regulations prohibiting such status.

Key Points
  • The Nepal Medical Council deregistered 17 doctors after they obtained foreign citizenship.
  • This action follows the Nepal Medical Council Act 2020 and related regulations.
  • Doctors struck off include those with citizenships from the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, Portugal, Hong Kong, and India.
  • The deregistration notice has been made public to inform all relevant parties.
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