The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has banned photography and videography inside its premises, aiming to protect patient privacy and maintain professional standards. The restriction applies to key areas of the hospital and comes with clear instructions for staff to ensure compliance.
In an official circular issued on Tuesday, the hospital administration announced that taking pictures or recording videos will no longer be allowed in clinical spaces. These include emergency wards, outpatient departments (OPDs), hospital wards, and operating theatres, areas where patient care is most sensitive.
According to the directive, no form of recording will be permitted unless prior written approval is obtained from the relevant authorities. The move covers both visitors and hospital staff, including doctors, nurses, and administrative personnel.
Officials say the decision has been taken to uphold medical ethics and protect the dignity of patients. In recent years, concerns have grown over unauthorized videos being recorded inside hospitals and later shared online, sometimes without consent.
PIMS administration has directed heads of all departments to ensure strict implementation of the new rules. It has also warned that disciplinary action will be taken if any violation occurs, holding department heads accountable for enforcement.
While the circular does not refer to any specific incident, similar concerns have surfaced in other provinces, where hospital footage, particularly from sensitive procedures has sparked public debate over ethics and patient rights.
