Ang Thong Hospital has issued a public clarification following public outcry over the conduct of its medical staff during a press conference concerning the death of an infant. The controversy stemmed from allegations that a gathering occurred within the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) prior to the child’s passing, and was amplified by the perceived inappropriate demeanor of doctors during the subsequent media briefing.
Hospital Responds to NICU Gathering Allegations
On July 21, hospital executives, led by Director Parichat Sirawat, convened a press conference to address claims made by the parents of a five-day-old infant. The parents alleged that medical personnel held a celebratory gathering inside the NICU before their child died. Hospital officials confirmed that a gathering did take place within the NICU but vehemently denied any connection to the infant’s death.
According to the hospital’s account, the baby was born with severe, life-threatening complications. The medical team stated that the infant received treatment in strict accordance with established medical standards throughout its time at the hospital. Details provided indicated the baby was born prematurely, weighing 4,305 grams, which
