Controversy Over 'Dr' Prefix for Physiotherapists
Published on: Sept. 10, 2025, 5:02 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The Director General of Health Services, Dr. Sunita Sharma, has directed that physiotherapists cannot use the 'Dr' prefix, which is reserved for registered medical practitioners. This decision follows objections raised by various medical organizations about misleading practices, emphasizing adherence to legal standards over such designations.
