Bullying: Healthcare groups concerned task force lacks representation of junior doctors

“While the HWCITF comprises many prominent individuals who are leading members in their respective fields, we note a glaring lack of representation from healthcare workers on the ground especially junior doctors or any medical association.

The groups also noted that a brainstorming session had been held among them to come out with suggestions on the issues of bullying and harassment in the industry and a report has been submitted to the ministry.“Our consultative group includes representation from all levels of medical practice from house officers to specialists.

“We have also submitted our suggestions accordingly to the ministry as requested, and will always stand ready to provide our grassroots feedback to the HWCITF, lest they be accused of making out-of-touch decisions from their ivory towers,” the statement said.Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin on Friday announced the establishment of the HWCITF, which would look into matters beyond the alleged bullying incident at the Penang Hospital recently.

Khairy said the independent task force - led by former science, technology and innovation ministry secretary-general Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir and seven other professionals and experts - would cover aspects of work culture as well as human resources management, to ensure the delivery of quality and professional services.

A 25-year-old houseman at the Penang Hospital died following a fall from his rented unit of an apartment at Jalan Datuk Keramat here mid last month.

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