PIMS Bans Photography and Videography in Hospital

The administration of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad has imposed a ban on photography and videography within the hospital premises.

According to an official circular issued by the hospital administration, taking pictures or recording videos in various departments of the hospital will be strictly prohibited.

Ban Covers Emergency, OPD, and Operating Theatres

The circular states that photography and videography will not be allowed in clinical areas, including emergency wards, outpatient departments (OPD), hospital wards, and operating theatres.

The administration has also prohibited any form of recording without prior written permission from the relevant authorities.

Directive Issued to Maintain Medical Ethics

Hospital authorities said the ban applies to all clinical and service areas of the hospital to ensure patient privacy and maintain professional medical ethics.

Doctors, nursing staff, and administrative officers have been directed to strictly follow the guidelines outlined in the circular.

Strict Compliance Ordered

The administration has instructed heads of all departments to ensure strict implementation of the new rules.

The circular warns that disciplinary action will be taken against the concerned department’s in-charge if any violation of the directive occurs.