Recent reports of a plastic surgeon 'slapping' a patient raises more questions than answers. Unfortunately, the verdict has been passed and the execution swift with the immediate suspension of this surgeon.

I have come to realise that higher authorities in Malaysia tend not to defend the integrity of their staff but instead succumb to pressures from the blood-thirsty press. Rather than allowing for a proper investigation to be conducted, suspension only translates to admission of guilt.

Conversations with individuals with direct contact with this surgeon reveals a mild mannered and hardworking surgeon in a field that requires years of rigorous training. Circumstances surrounding this 'slapping' incident remains iffy.

In the event that this surgeon is absolved from these accusations, damage has been done. Another precious resource is lost as a result of an over zealous administration who usually act only at the spinal level!