Information For Patients

The Medical Council of Jamaica (MCJ) exists to license doctors and to ensure the proper standards of professional conduct and practice by promoting high standards of professional conduct, education, training, and competence among doctors. This section provides essential information for patients on how to verify a doctor’s registration and making complaints. 

Check the Register

All doctors practising in Jamaica must be registered with the Medical Council. Patients can use our online register to verify a doctor’s registration status and review their qualifications: Check the Register.

Making a Complaint

The Medical Council’s primary role as a regulator is to assess whether a doctor poses any risk to patient safety. If you have concerns about your doctor, you can access detailed guidance on our website about the complaints process and how you can report your concerns. For more information, visit our Information on Complaints page.

Useful Publications

• Guide to Professional Conduct and Ethics: The Medical Council is committed to maintaining high standards among doctors through ongoing guidance on professional conduct, ethics, and best practices. This guide is also valuable for patients, as it outlines the level of care they should expect from their healthcare providers. For more information, refer to the Guide to Professional Conduct and Ethics.