Doctors from GMC Hospital, Bambolim including resident doctors and medical students gathered in large numbers outside the office of the Dean of GMC in Monday seeking justice for their colleague, CMO of Casualty department who was insulted by the Health Minister in full view of the patients, staff and the media. A written appeal has reportedly been presented to the Dean of GMC by the doctors. It is learnt that one of the demands is to stop the VIP culture that exists at the premiere hospital. The unwritten rule is that one gets preferential treatment at the hospital if connected to a Minister. As a matter of fact this VIP culture is in vogue in all government departments and not just at GMC. This VIP culture is in existence in the TCP department, PWD, etc. and more importantly in the police department. Even those who are responsible for fatal accidents or who commit a serious crime can get away with political patronage. This VIP culture has to end in all government departments. There has to be level playing field for the citizens of the state.
