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IMSS Opens Probe After Video Shows Interns Mocking Patient at Irapuato Hospital

The institute says its Ethics Committee will determine responsibilities with possible administrative penalties.

Overview

  • A 30‑second clip shows two women in IMSS uniforms using a clown filter, laughing and mimicking cries as a patient's screams are heard in the background.
  • The recording was reported to have been made on October 16 inside Hospital General de Zona/MF No. 2, known as IMSS Reforma, in Irapuato, Guanajuato.
  • IMSS publicly condemned the behavior as contrary to respect, ethics and professionalism under its code of conduct.
  • Reporting cites the code’s potential violations for the case, including human rights, discrimination and psychological aggression.
  • No identities or patient details have been disclosed, and IMSS says it will reinforce supervision and ethics training while the internal review proceeds.