Nepal doctor’s licence suspended after abortion-related death
Summary
Nepal Medical Council suspended Dr Satish Rupakheti's licence and recommended sealing the clinic and pharmacy after a woman's death following an abortion procedure not adhering to treatment protocols.
Key Points
- Nepal Medical Council suspended the licence of Dr Satish Rupakheti after a woman died undergoing an abortion procedure.
- The clinic and pharmacy involved were operating illegally without proper registration and records.
- Unsafe use of medical abortion kits and gaps in abortion services pose ongoing public health concerns in Nepal.
- Abortion has been legal in Nepal since 2002, but unsafe practices still contribute to maternal deaths.
