MOH: Over 500 contract doctors resigned between Jan and Nov

Published: Nov 29, 2021 1:03 PM

A total of 514 contract medical officers have resigned from government service between Jan and Nov 26, the Dewan Rakyat heard today.

Deputy Health Minister Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali reportedly said the doctors have stated various reasons behind their exit, including to continue their service at private facilities, personal issues, furthering their studies and health problems.

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