KOTA KINABALU, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) Sabah Branch has urged the Health Ministry (MOH) to immediately deploy additional doctors from Peninsular Malaysia to address the critical shortage of medical officers at Ranau Hospital and other understaffed healthcare facilities across Sabah.
MMA Sabah Urges Immediate Deployment Of Doctors From Peninsular Malaysia
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MMA Sabah urges immediate deployment of doctors from Peninsular Malaysia due to critical shortages in healthcare facilities.
- MMA Sabah reports 11 doctors transferred from Ranau Hospital, leaving only 9 doctors.
- 245 medical officer shortage statewide, with 67% of replacements failing to report.
- Doctors working 48-72 hours with inadequate rest, raising concerns about well-being and service sustainability.
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