Barefoot doctors are those who do not have a medical qualification certificate and engage in medical activities by self-study, following a teacher or passing on their skills, and their behavior in the medical field involves serious risks. Whether it is the treatment technique, the use of medicines or the operation of medical equipment, they cannot be standardized and regulated, and are prone to misdiagnosis, omission of diagnosis, drug allergy and other undesirable results, which can cause harm to the patients. The behavior of barefoot doctors is mainly restricted and punished by the People's Republic of China*** and State Health Law, the Regulations on the Administration of Medical Institutions and other regulations. The penalties under the law for engaging in illegal medical activities are quite strict, and they will not only face administrative penalties and civil liability, but also involve criminal liability. At the same time, in the event of malignant consequences caused by the actions of a barefoot doctor, he or she may be guilty of criminal acts such as negligent injury, intentional injury or negligent death. Therefore, it is recommended not to choose a barefoot doctor for medical treatment at random, and to protect your own rights and safety while treating the sick and saving lives.
How to distinguish the difference between a barefoot doctor and a legitimate doctor? Judge from a number of aspects such as medical qualifications, medical equipment, use of medicines, and diagnostic and treatment processes. Legitimate doctors have medical qualifications, receive systematic medical education and training, have standardized medical equipment and drug use authorization, and follow standardized diagnostic and treatment processes. Barefoot doctors, on the other hand, may lack the above conditions and often resort to informal medical treatment.
Barefoot doctors fall under the category of illegal medical practice, and the medical services they provide may pose serious risks and hazards to patients. In order to protect your rights and interests as well as to comply with the law, it is recommended that you choose a formal and legal medical institution and medical personnel for consultation and treatment.
Legal basis:
Article 42 of the People's Republic of China Health Law No unit or individual may engage in the illegal practice of medicine. No unit or individual may impersonate a medical institution or medical personnel, fabricate or disseminate false medical information or publicize the effects of medical technology. This article on the illegal practice of medicine to carry out clear restrictions, and provides for the corresponding penalties.