Regulation of medical practice

Ass Prof Joel H Okullo

The Medical and Dental Practitioners Council plays a crucial role in overseeing medical and dental practice in Uganda. Its functions include maintaining educational standards, enforcing professional ethics, and supervising practitioners. The Council is also responsible for approving curricula, inspecting facilities, and licensing practitioners and health facilities. It addresses issues of malpractice, protects the public, and collaborates with various national and international bodies to harmonize standards and ensure quality of care. The document also details the code of conduct expected of practitioners and lists examples of unprofessional or unethical behavior, along with potential consequences.