02/01/2026
Medical jousting means making negative or critical comments about another doctor’s diagnosis, treatment, or management in front of a patient, relatives, media, or on records—especially without full knowledge of the case.
Why it is medico-legally dangerous
➡ Triggers negligence litigation
➡ You may be called as a court witness
➡ Can amount to defamation
➡ Considered unethical professional conduct
➡ Weakens the defence of the medical profession
Protect yourself. Protect the profession.
[Medico Legal Guide, Medical Jousting, Medical Ethics]