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Kerala HC: Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists Cannot Use “Dr.” Without Medical Degree - (06 Nov 2025)

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Kerala High Court ruled that physiotherapists and occupational therapists without recognized medical qualifications cannot use the “Dr.” prefix. The court noted a conflict between the Indian Medical Degrees Act, 1916, and the Competency-Based Curriculum provisions for these professions.

Tags : INDIAN MEDICAL DEGREES ACT   PHYSIOTHERAPISTS   MEDICAL DEGREE  

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