Panaji: The Goa Medical Council (GMC) has issued a strict warning to all medical practitioners in the state with overdue license renewals as of December 31, 2024. Doctors must renew their registrations within 30 days to avoid having their names removed from the official register.
Key Details of the Notice
- Issued Date: January 4, 2025.
- Deadline: Doctors have until February 3, 2025, to complete the renewal process.
- Resolution: GMC decided to act on overdue registrations during its meeting on December 17, 2024.
- Action for Non-compliance: Doctors failing to comply will face removal of their names from the GMC register under Section 23 and Rule 61 of the Goa Medical Council Act, 1991 and Rules, 1995.
Provisions under Section 23 of the Goa Medical Council Act, 1991
- Periodic Renewal Requirement:
- Registered practitioners must apply to the Registrar for the continuance of their names on the register every five years.
- Notices are issued via the Official Gazette and registered post, providing a 45-day period for practitioners to respond.
- Failure to Renew:
- Practitioners failing to renew within the initial 45 days are sent another notice, granting an additional 30 days to comply.
- If the application and prescribed fees are not submitted by the deadline, the Registrar removes the practitioner’s name from the register.
- Reinstatement:
- Practitioners can apply for reinstatement within six months of removal by paying the prescribed fee.
Impact on Medical Practitioners
- Removal from the register will prohibit doctors from practicing legally in Goa.
- The GMC’s action aims to enforce regulatory compliance and maintain a verified list of licensed practitioners.
Advice to Doctors
Medical practitioners in Goa are advised to:
- Check Renewal Status: Verify if their registration renewal is due.
- Submit Application Promptly: Adhere to the renewal procedures within the specified timeframe.
- Avoid Removal: Ensure compliance to avoid being delisted and losing legal practice rights.
For further details or assistance, practitioners can contact the GMC office directly.
