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Healthcare Today – Ep 17: MMA president on issues plaguing healthcare and possible solutions

Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai talks about a system that needs updating, the threat of strikes and medical cannabis

Updated 1 year ago · Published on 05 Apr 2023 1:30PM

Healthcare Today – Ep 17: MMA president on issues plaguing healthcare and possible solutions
Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai, an experienced GP and former doctor trained by the public health system. – ABDUL RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes, April 5, 2023

DR Muruga Raj Rajathurai, the president of Malaysian Medical Association visited Healthcare Today with Manvir Victor and shared some of his goals for his term.

Dr Muruga talks about the bullying of doctors by a system that badly needs updating, the threat of strikes and its effects on patients.

He also discusses medical cannabis and how it may help alleviate pain for some patients.

– ABDUL RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic
– ABDUL RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic

He recently met with King Charles III as the president of the Commonwealth Medical Association and explains what this means to members of the Commonwealth like Malaysia. 

As an experienced GP and former doctor trained by the public health system, he is well-placed to share his opinions on the current system and how it can be improved.

Dr Muruga greeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on March 13. – Facebook pic
Dr Muruga greeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on March 13. – Facebook pic

Today’s healthcare is rapidly changing with more patients being empowered and educated online and hence digital healthcare is sorely needed.

As we delve into this and more, do DM me on Twitter @manvirvictor on future topics you would like this show to highlight and tackle. – The Vibes, April 5, 2023

– ABDUL RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic
– ABDUL RAZAK LATIF/The Vibes pic

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