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Kerala High Court's final verdict on 'Dr' prefix | Big relief for physiotherapists

Jan 25, 2026
The Kerala High Court has delivered a highly significant and controversial judgment regarding the use of the “Dr” prefix. The Indian Medical Association had sought a ban on physiotherapists using the “Dr” title, but the Court clearly held that the title “Doctor” is not the exclusive right of medical practitioners. In this video, we provide a detailed explanation of the complete Kerala High Court judgment, covering: ✔ The arguments presented by medical doctors ✔ The legal position taken by physiotherapists ✔ The Court’s statutory and legal analysis ✔ The Court’s view on patient confusion and public interest ✔ The nationwide implications of this verdict If you are a doctor, law student, healthcare professional, or an informed citizen, this video is a must-watch. Time stamp: 0:00 – Introduction: Why This Judgment Matters 1:41 – Case Background: How the Dispute Reached Kerala High Court 4:38 – Statutory Analysis: Laws Examined by the Court 6:01 – Meaning of ‘Doctor’: Historical and Legal Interpretation 7:12 – Final Verdict of Kerala High Court 8:08 – Court’s Concluding Message Commercyon: https://commercyon.com/

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