Mon, Jul 08, 2002 - Page 3 News List

Huang says politics drove him from position

UNHEALTHY BUSINESS Huang Fu-yuan last week resigned as deputy-minister of the Cabinet's Department of Health after two years of never-ending pressure from lawmakers

By Chang Yu-jung  /  STAFF REPORTER

For the past thirty years, besides devoting himself to being a doctor and teaching others at Mackay Memorial Hospital, Huang has traveled to the remote and rural areas in the country on weekends, sharing his clinical experience with health care workers in local health bureaus.

In 1998, his contributions to educating medical professionals, caring for children and enhancing the medical environment at the grassroots level won him the honor of being listed on the Marquis Who's Who.

"I feel that God has already given me a reward when I see young medical professionals I taught turn out to be good doctors who really care for their patients," he said.

Following his resignation on June 31, Huang has returned to his position as deputy superintendent at Mackay Memorial Hospital to resume teaching young doctors and conducting clinical research.

"Since I cannot influence all of society, I am returning to the hospital to teach young doctors and nurses," Huang said.

"I hope I can at least help doctors understand the importance of being a good practitioner rather than seeking fame and fortune."

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