Some good habits are becoming extinct over the past few years, and doctors’ visit to patients, particularly those suffering from serious ailments, is one of them. Earlier, doctors used to come to a bedridden patient’s residence, at least during critical moments, and used to give advice, perhaps more out of compassion for a fellow human being than for other considerations. Even now, in cinemas of the bygone era, one can see the family doctor visiting patients for consultation and health advice. I am afraid medical ethics and codes in the world may have led to the end of such type of visits. I request the medical fraternity to view this with sympathy and compassion and serve humanity in a noble and generous manner.

Source: The Hindu January 17, 2026 21:57 UTC