Bangkok: Somsak's decision to respond to the Medical Council's resolution on punishing three doctors involved in the Police General Hospital's 14th-floor case has stirred debate. The Assistant Minister to the Ministry of Public Health, Lieutenant Colonel Thanakrit Jit-Aree-rat, disclosed that Somsak Thepsuthin, in his capacity as the special president of the Medical Council, has returned the council's resolution for further review.
According to Thai News Agency, Somsak sent a letter back to the Medical Council on May 28, addressing their resolution concerning the complaints against four doctors. While one doctor's complaint was dismissed, the remaining three face disciplinary actions. Somsak's response emphasized using terms like "agree" and "disagree" rather than "veto," indicating a nuanced perspective on the council's decisions.
The returned opinions from Somsak reflect a mix of agreements and disagreements with the Medical Council's resolution, suggesting additional considerations. The Medical Council will convene on June 12 to deliberate further, requiring a two-thirds majority vote to uphold the original decision to discipline the three doctors involved in the treatment of Thaksin Shinawatra.
Lieutenant Colonel Thanakrit urged the public not to view this matter through a political lens and assured that all actions are within legal boundaries. He emphasized patience and transparency, inviting those with concerns to review the documents and seek clarification before drawing conclusions.
A dispute arose when a Medical Council member questioned the thoroughness of the document review process, challenging whether all 4,000 pages were indeed examined. This remark highlights ongoing tensions and demands for accountability within the council's decision-making process.