Medical Experts Highlight Growing Problem of Overtreatment in India

Modern healthcare in India faces a rising issue of overtreatment and overmedication, where incidental findings cascade into permanent prescriptions.

Key drivers include excessive diagnostic testing, healthcare fragmentation with overreliance on specialists, and a fee-for-service commercial model.

Studies cited show polypharmacy affects approximately 49% of older adults in India, emphasizing the need for regular medication reviews.