Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health and Neuro and Allied Sciences controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2016
Questions concerning detoxification admission and continued stay
A report concerning a patient identified as Syd Kid raised questions about a 48-hour admission delay caused by bed availability and the continuation of the patient's stay after withdrawal symptoms had reportedly subsided.
2005
Reported medical-negligence case involving arm amputation
A patient-care incident reportedly involved an incorrectly administered steroid dose, subsequent swelling, and eventual amputation of the patient's arm. The available material does not state the final legal disposition.
2001
Alleged failure to provide contracted free treatment
The Times of India reported that VIMHANS allegedly failed to meet a Delhi Government arrangement requiring free treatment for 70 percent of admitted patients. The reference account says the institute later indicated a 40-percent commitment that was also not fulfilled.