Only 5% of public healthcare facilities have adequate manpower, says MMA

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) says it is deeply concerned over the distribution of manpower in public healthcare facilities.

MMA said an ad hoc poll conducted by its section concerning house officers, medical officers and specialists (Schomos) found that only 5% of public healthcare facilities have adequate manpower, with nearly half of respondents saying that shortages are due to doctors quitting or being transferred out.