KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- The commitment to abolish Malaysia’s contract doctor system must be followed by better remuneration, fairer placements and clearer training pathways to retain doctors in public service.
General : Contract Doctor Reform Must Deliver Career Certainty, Retain Talent â Doctors
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Malaysia's contract doctor system reform needs better pay, fair placements, and clear training to retain talent, according to a doctor.
- Contract doctors face uncertainty affecting career and personal decisions.
- Reform requires better pay, fairer placements, and clearer training pathways.
- Doctors highlight equal commitment during crises but lack long-term job security.
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