Medical Strike in South Korea
Senior doctors in South Korea support medical interns and residents who are on strike against the government's plan to increase medical school admissions. The strike has caused canceled surgeries and treatments at hospitals.
Key Points
- Senior doctors submitting resignations in support of striking junior doctors
- Government's push to increase medical school admissions by two-thirds
- Concerns about impact on medical services and doctor-to-population ratio
Pros
- Supporting medical interns and residents in their fight against the government's plan
- Highlighting the need for more doctors in South Korea due to the aging population
Cons
- Risk of canceled surgeries and treatments due to the strike
- Disruption of hospital operations