Analytical Expertise Center of the Ministry of Health conducts investigations based on official requests related to situations where there is a significant threat to public health and life. In case of such an official request, a detailed investigation is conducted, and if violations of the law are identified, an unscheduled inspection is carried out. Medical institutions must comply with sanitary and epidemiological requirements. Individuals who violate these rules are held accountable in accordance with the relevant articles of the Code of Administrative Offenses.
Recently, there have been cases in the media and social networks involving doctors conducting live broadcasts, and investigations are being carried out based on the relevant legislation. As a result of these investigations, warnings and penalties are applied. Additionally, Analytical Expertise Center informs doctors and clinic management about the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Azerbaijan’s Order dated December 29, 2011, “On the Approval of Ethical Guidelines for Physicians.” In Section VI of this order, it is stated that medical publications, doctors’ scientific forums, and their public appearances in the media should be in line with ethical standards, limited to objective scientific and practical information, and should not include elements of unhealthy competition, advertising, or self-promotion. The order also notes that doctors should not use their positions to promote the advertising or interests of legal or physical persons.
Shooting during surgeries can only be conducted for scientific and educational purposes, provided that all sanitary and hygienic rules are strictly followed and using technical equipment installed in operating rooms in accordance with sterilization requirements. Failure to comply with these rules and conducting filming with other equipment violates hygiene rules and creates favorable conditions for the spread of infections.
This activity is considered advertising under Article 29.1 of the Advertising Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan. According to Article 428.4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Azerbaijan, officials who engage in the advertisement of unapproved treatment, prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation methods will be fined between 300 and 500 azn, and legal entities will face fines ranging from 1000 to 2000 azn.
Citizens are reminded that if they encounter any problems with private medical institutions or pharmacies, they can contact the AEC “Single Window” (Bir Pəncərə) system, the hotline (012 596 05 20), email at [email protected], or through the “Write Us” section on the pharma.az . In such cases, an investigation will be conducted, and if necessary, a decision will be made to carry out an unscheduled inspection.
