Priority to give quality healthcare and training

Dr Jeyaindran says that there is intense competition among those applying for the programmes.

THE government is serious in tackling the shortage of specialist doctors but is facing many hurdles along the way, the most important of which is not compromising on the quality of healthcare in the country.

The Health Ministry has a dual responsibility which is to deliver quality healthcare and provide adequate training for all levels in the medical field, says Health Ministry deputy director-general Datuk Dr S. Jeyaindran.