Thoothukudi MCH Doctor suspended for being intoxicated on duty
Thoothukudi: The Government Thoothukudi Medical College and Hospital has suspended a doctor for reportedly being intoxicated while attending to patients on duty. The incident was brought to light after a member of the public recorded a video and shared it on social media, leading to swift action by the hospital administration.
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According to the Hindu, it is reported that the doctor was intoxicated while attending patients in the Outpatient Department on Thursday morning. Witnessing this, a member of the public recorded a video and shared it on social media.
In response, the hospital administration issued a notice to the doctor requesting an explanation for his behaviour. The hospital also initiated an internal inquiry into the matter.
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