Report Doctors in Hot Water: Police Probe Looms Over Thaksin Case

[webfact]

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World

 

The National police chief, Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet, has issued a stern warning that the two doctors suspended by the Medical Council of Thailand may face a disciplinary probe.

 

This follows allegations of ethical breaches linked to their treatment of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Initial information has been based on media reports, and official documents are awaited for definitive action.

 

Reports suggest these doctors might be from the Police General Hospital. The ethics committee of the Medical Council found discrepancies between the medical certificates they issued and Thaksin's actual health condition. While their names remain undisclosed, the link to the Police General Hospital remains a topic of speculation.

 

“If confirmed that these doctors committed offenses, they could face disciplinary action and punishment, given their status as police officers,” stated Pol Gen Kitrat. Additionally, the possibility of criminal charges looms if formal complaints are filed against them.

 

Thaksin, who returned to Thailand in August 2023 after over 10 years abroad, was sentenced to eight years for corruption and abuse of power. This sentence was subsequently reduced to a year by a royal pardon.

 

Upon arrival, instead of prison, Thaksin was moved to a VVIP room at the Police General Hospital, citing health reasons. His extended stay prompted allegations of special treatment and a suspected backdoor deal.

 

This development raises concerns over integrity and transparency within Thailand’s medical and justice systems. The implications of this case could set significant precedents concerning ethical standards and accountability in medical practice. 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai PBS World 2025-05-10

 

 

[Geoffggi]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

This development raises concerns over integrity and transparency within Thailand’s medical and justice systems.

 

This has to be a joke, it should read "Thailands opaque medical & justice system" it was clearly obvious from the start that this whole episode was a total charade

[Pouatchee]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

“If confirmed that these doctors committed offenses, they could face disciplinary action and punishment, given their status as police officers,”

 

police doctors... what could possibly go wrong

[connda]

This will mirror the Red Bull case:  Everyone and there brother is a target for criminal action - except the perp.

[Artisi]

And what about the main player in this nonsense who would have requested this charade, fully played the part after ensuring the necessary distribution of funds were allocated, and is now waltzing around without any sign of his near death experience. 

He should be on top of the list for prosecution, not the poor fall guys who are now going to be crucified on his behalf to pacify those demanding some action.