Controversy Highlights Dr. Baloch’s focus on personal travel plans raises concerns about patient care.
- Postgraduate doctors entitled to 15 days leave every six months with supervisor approval.
- Dr. Baloch’s social media shows frequent protest attendance instead of hospital duties.
- Dr. Baloch may face dismissal for absences, potentially sparking public sympathy campaign.
A scandal rocks Balochistan’s healthcare system as Dr. Mahrang Baloch, a postgraduate surgeon, faces criticism for allegedly neglecting patients for personal gain.
Dr. Mahrang Baloch, a postgraduate surgeon at a government hospital in Balochistan, is facing criticism for allegedly neglecting her patients while planning a personal tour abroad from Karachi. This controversy is surprising given her vocal stance on the deterioration of public institutions in Balochistan and the lack of healthcare and educational facilities.
Reports indicate that Dr. Baloch has been preoccupied with her travel plans for two weeks, raising concerns about her commitment to her medical duties.
Critics highlight the irony of a doctor abandoning responsibilities for personal enjoyment while collecting a salary. According to College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan regulations, postgraduate doctors can take up to 15 days of leave every six months with supervisor approval.
However, Dr. Baloch’s social media activity shows she’s often participating in protests instead of fulfilling hospital obligations. If dismissed for absences, she may portray herself as a victim to gain public sympathy. This situation isn’t unique; several Unity Committee members draw salaries without attending work while criticizing the government.