Action ordered against absent medics

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Health Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah has directed that action be initiated against absent medical staff, stating that there was no place for those who don’t perform their duties, especially those working at hospitals. In line with the minister’s directive, Director-General of Health Services Dr. Shaukat Ali has issued final notices to fifteen dental surgeons who have been absent from duty for more than three years, following which they will face dismissal from their positions.

In his statement, the Health Minister emphasized the role of doctors in serving the public, warning that those who fail to fulfil their duties will face disciplinary action. He further stated that those who do not report for duty will be dealt with according to health regulations.

The Health Minister highlighted complaints received regarding absenteeism among medical staff at health centres, indicating the immediate need for action against those not adhering to bio-metric attendance requirements. He urged health department officials to ensure the attendance of their staff to provide the best healthcare facilities to the public.

Published in The Express Tribune, April 4^th, 2024.