A major scandal has unfolded in China after a surgeon was found to have prioritized personal relationships over patient care. The surgeon, the deputy chief of surgery at a major hospital, was accused of leaving a patient unattended under anesthesia for over 40 minutes while he defended his girlfriend, a junior doctor. Following an investigation, the surgeon was fired, and disciplinary actions were taken against numerous officials from several institutions. The junior doctor’s medical license was revoked, and the NHC has mandated modifications to the 4+4 program. The incident has highlighted issues of medical ethics, accountability, and the need for stricter oversight in the Chinese healthcare system. Social media users have responded to the news with commentary and memes.
