Post-call MVA: a real and present danger

Earlier this month we blogged about Post-call accidents in the light of the tragic deaths of young doctors in motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) the day after calls. The DG did mention it here We also spoke about the various proposals that would be plausible to improve the oncall system. I am due for a meeting with clinical specialists from MOH hospitals in early August 2015, hence this issue can be brought forth for further discussion. Any improvisation to the oncall system needs to be looked at all angles, including the (i) availability of posts, workforce and resources; (ii) service needs; (iii) continuity of patient care, and; (iv) workload of the particular clinical department. All Head of Departments are asked to use their discretion wisely in distributing the workload without compromising the quality of care, safety of patients & the welfare of their staff. I would like to remind all healthcare professionals that this profession requires passion, discipline, motivation & life-long learning. We are in the best position to help our fellow mankind. We must be clear in what we want & realign our sincere intention of being in this field. We are defined by the choices that we make…. I think I can summarize it as a “we’ll look into it but since you chose to be a doctor, tough luck” statement. We wondered how common the issue of post-call MVA is so we conducted a little poll in the Dobbs Facebook Group (an active discussion group for Malaysi...
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