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HK Health Minister Proposes Medical Council Reform Amid Outrage

1/31/2026

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Hong Kong's health minister Lo Chung-mau plans to amend the Medical Registration Ordinance to reform the Medical Council's complaint system.
The amendment is expected to be tabled in February and implemented by April.
It would review the council's membership structure.
The move follows public outrage over the council's lengthy proceedings against paediatrician Sit Sou-chi, who faced accusations of a medical error that affected a child.
Critics call for more lay members.

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Hong Kong's health minister Lo Chung-mau plans to amend the Medical Registration Ordinance to reform the Medical Council's complaint system.
The amendment is expected to be tabled in February and implemented by April.
It would review the council's membership structure.
The move follows public outrage over the council's lengthy proceedings against paediatrician Sit Sou-chi, who faced accusations of a medical error that affected a child.
Critics call for more lay members.