INDIAN EXPRESS Dentists can practice as Gen. Physicians

 CONTEXT:

  • Niti Aayog has agreed to the proposal of the Dental Council of India which had sought to allow dentists to practice as general physicians after a bridge course.
  • The proposal was made to explore unconventional methods to address the shortage of doctors in the country, particularly in rural areas.
  • Indian Medical Association vehemently opposed the proposal.
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