Seeking Medical Treatment: Can You Consult a Hindu Doctor?

Understanding the Acceptance of Medical Treatment from Hindu Doctors

Question: Can we seek medical treatment from a Hindu doctor?

Answer: Yes, there is no issue with seeking medical treatment from a Hindu doctor. The key consideration is that a man should seek treatment from a male doctor, and a woman should seek treatment from a female doctor. However, if necessary, treatment from a doctor of the opposite gender is also permissible.

Respondent: Sheikh Maqbool Ahmed Salafi Hafizahullah

Jeddah Dawah Center, Saudi Arabia  

Interpreter: Hasan Fuzail

Author: IslamicHelper

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