By: Staff Writer
The public relations officer of the Liberia Medical and dental Council James Emmanuel Cole Jr. has called for increased support to national health regulators.
In the wake of inadequate support to said major health regulatory authority, Mr. Cole disclosed that the entity remains heavily challenged to effectively and robustly enforced its mandate to the core.
Speaking to journalists he also calls for an enhanced coordination across the health sector of the Country.
“We recognize the breach of trust and we will not rest until confidence is fully restored”, he reassured the public.
The LMDC’s spokesman at the same time assure the public that the Liberia Medical and Dental Council remains committed to upholding the highest standards of medical ethics and professionalism within the sector.
Outlining some of their current challenges, James said that the LMDC is facing serious logistical and staffing challenges, which is said to be hindering its ability to effectively regulate medical practices nationwide.
Additionally, he called on the Civil Service Agency to prioritize strengthening the LMDC workforce to help ensure the delivery of quality healthcare across the country.
“Health cannot be achieved if health regulators are not fully supported,” he reemphasized.
Speaking about the infamous Peter George’s situation, Cole in a low tune expressed deep regret over the incident.
He explained that George had exploited loopholes in the health system during the Ebola outbreak by using fraudulent credentials that were later confirmed not to be his.
Narrating further, he pointed out that said revelation led to the revocation of his medical license and the initiation of a national credential audit.
Peter George, he told the media remains at large, and the public is encouraged to assist in locating him.
Cole also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen regulation and accountability within Liberia’s healthcare system.
“These efforts involved international bodies, including the African Association of Medical Regulators, the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), and the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC), among others”, he noted.
In a drive to avoid the the recurrence of said unfortunate situation, Cole call on all institutions, both public and private, to collaborate with the LMDC in verifying the credentials of all clinical personnel.
He warned that no individual is above scrutiny as credentials fraud poses serious threat to the nation and its people.
Moreover, He urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to medical practice.
