I have observed the evolution of medical laboratory quality management standards from Guide 25 to…

Unfit for Purpose: The Urgent Need to Withdraw ISO 15189:2022 Due to Critical Documentation Gaps .A Call for Accountability and Clarity in Laboratory Standards.
ISO 15189:2022, a standard critical for medical laboratory quality management, is currently failing the very…

Immediate Withdrawal of ISO 15189:2022 Required Due to Predominantly Hypothetical Requirements.
Introduction In the realm of medical laboratory accreditation, the introduction of ISO 15189:2022 was heralded…

Understanding Commutability in Medical Laboratory Testing: Ensuring Comparability of Examination Results.
Introduction: In the realm of medical laboratory testing, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of examination…

Addressing Outlier Enzyme Test Parameters in Medical Laboratory EQAS: Implementing Effective CAPA.
Introduction: In the realm of medical laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability is paramount. External…

Unveiling the Misuse of Hospital Accreditation Symbols: The Deafening Silence of Accreditation Bodies.
The premise of accreditation in healthcare, once perceived as a guarantor of quality care and…

Hospital Accreditation does Not Ensure Quality and Patient Safety: A Call for Stricter Oversight and Action.
Questioning Accreditation’s Role in Ensuring Patient Safety and Quality Care The premise of accreditation in…

Confronting Hospital Infection Control Challenges in India: Insights from WHO and CDC Guidelines.
Introduction: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) pose a significant threat to patient safety and public health worldwide,…

The Overlooked Role of Microbiologists in Antibiotic Policy Compliance: Addressing Clinician Ego and Promoting Collaboration in Indian Healthcare.
Introduction: In the battle against antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the role of microbiologists is paramount. However,…

Managing Antibiotic Policy Compliance Challenges in Indian Healthcare.
Introduction: Antibiotic resistance is a pressing global health concern, and India faces unique challenges in…