Medical Justice Practice Solidarity "University Hospital Intern Sexually Harassed Patient... Police Report Filed"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-ju] A university hospital intern has been accused of sexually harassing a female patient, and a civic group has filed a complaint with the police.

The civic group Medical Justice Practice Solidarity filed a complaint on the 17th at the Songpa Police Station in Seoul against Mr. A, who was an intern at a university hospital in Seoul, on charges of forcible molestation and quasi-rape.

In the complaint, the group claimed, "Two years ago, while training in the obstetrics and gynecology department, Mr. A sexually harassed a female patient who was under anesthesia and waiting for surgery in the operating room," and added, "He has also repeatedly committed similar acts of harassment against fellow staff members." They urged the police to investigate, stating, "The hospital disciplinary committee did not file a criminal complaint against Mr. A but instead imposed a suspension and allowed him to return."

The hospital where Mr. A interned imposed a three-month suspension at the end of 2019 due to issues related to sexual harassment. After completing the disciplinary action and returning, controversy arose, leading the hospital to cancel his training and dismiss him in April of last year.

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