Report Chulalongkorn Physicians Support Disciplinary Action Against Doctors in Thaksin Case

[snoop1130]

Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

A group of esteemed senior physicians from Chulalongkorn University has publicly supported the Medical Council of Thailand's (MCT) decision to discipline three doctors involved in issuing questionable medical certificates for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra. These physicians, alumni from Chulalongkorn's 27th medical class, have praised the ruling as both principled and courageous.

 

The MCT's decision, announced on 8 May, includes the suspension of two senior doctors from the Police General Hospital (PGH) and a formal warning to a third doctor from the Department of Corrections Hospital. The council concluded that these doctors had exaggerated Thaksin's medical condition, allowing him to extend his stay at PGH for six months instead of serving his prison sentence. The investigation found the doctors failed to conduct proper diagnoses, breaching ethical standards.

 

In their statement, signed by 41 doctors, the alumni commended the MCT for its commitment to professional ethics, despite potential political pressure. "We appreciate the committee's adherence to justice and professionalism," they stated, emphasising that the ruling helps preserve public trust in the medical profession. They also urged the council to stand firm against any political interference, warning that allowing politics to sway the process could compromise the integrity of the medical field.

 

Meanwhile, MCT member Dr Amorn Leelarasamee confirmed that the council would not provide additional documentation requested by Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin, who also serves as the MCT's president. Dr Amorn clarified that all necessary documents had been previously submitted, asserting that the council had ample evidence for its decisions.

 

Despite setting up an advisory committee to review whether the council's investigation adhered to legal standards, critics argue that the Public Health Ministry's actions appear to undermine the MCT's authority under the guise of a procedural review. The advisory committee is slated to meet on Monday, with Mr Somsak expected to decide by Tuesday on whether to endorse or reject the MCT's ruling, as he holds the power to do so under the Medical Profession Act.

 

This development highlights the ongoing tension between medical ethics and political influence, with the medical community and regulatory bodies striving to uphold professionalism amid external pressures.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-26

 

 

[Pouatchee]

4 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Meanwhile, MCT member Dr Amorn Leelarasamee confirmed that the council would not provide additional documentation requested by Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin, who also serves as the MCT's president. Dr Amorn clarified that all necessary documents had been previously submitted, asserting that the council had ample evidence for its decisions.

 

ahhhh there is the clincher. they cannot decide without ALL the appropriate documents and now someone is saying they have enough documents. something is definitely fishy and someone is trying to save face for someone else

[newbee2022]

Is this a cover-up action, corruption or is there some truth in it?

I'm on the side of the 3 doctors but...not too many facts disclosed yet.

[klauskunkel]

Thepsutin is already pre-justifying his decision...

[crazykopite]

Do they support it because they missed out on the big fat brown envelopes 

[hotchilli]

16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

A group of esteemed senior physicians from Chulalongkorn University has publicly supported the Medical Council of Thailand's (MCT) decision to discipline three doctors involved in issuing questionable medical certificates for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra. These physicians, alumni from Chulalongkorn's 27th medical class, have praised the ruling as both principled and courageous

If the doctors are truly guilty and being held accountable for their actions, then so is Thaksin... 

maybe the rumours are true... he's legged it?

[motdaeng]

did the doctors in question have received an award in one way or another?

 

unfortunately, i doubt that the full truth will come to light, because pressure is likely being put on various people,

or certain brown envelopes are being promised ...

 

thailand is rotten to the core!  in every aspect, especially when it comes to covering things up, influence, and money ...

[wozzlegummich]

No sh!t Sherlock. Good to see for once money could not make this corruption go away. But Thaksin is still smiling..........

[SOTIRIOS]

...Duh....And The Mastermind...(?)

[J Branche]

So the alleged main guy will face little implications of his actions and the Doctors will be the fall guys? Got it.

[FlorC]

Maybe check their bank accounts , and their wife's.

And their home safes.

[digger70]

Chulalongkorn Physicians Support Disciplinary Action Against Doctors in Thaksin Case

 

So now if the doctors are guilty  than Thaksin is guilty and can serve his time in jail Right?  

Not on your nelly.    Not going to happen .

[kingstonkid]

12 hours ago, J Branche said:

So the alleged main guy will face little implications of his actions and the Doctors will be the fall guys? Got it.

 

 

Naw I think what the ministry wants is to see all the documentation that might come up in Thaksin trial.  You can be guaranteed that the length of their suspensions and whether they will still be able to work will depend on whether they testify at Thaksin trial.

 

These are the small fish that will lead to the big fish.

 

BUT

Cue the protests if the Ministry does not agree.