Anaesthetist suspended from Cavan Hospital

Dr. Magdy Ahmed, who also alleged in the literature that he was subjected to bullying in Cavan and other Irish hospitals, had only been in the post for a few weeks when he was suspended on July 15 pending an investigation into a number of reported incidents involving the Sudanese national. Dr. Ahmed has been working in Irish hospitals for over seven years and, it appears, had become increasingly frustrated and disillusioned with the system prompting him to write the paper. He has since been barred from the hospital and threatened with the Gardaí should he return before the investigation is concluded. The Health Services Executive (HSE) and the Irish Medical Organisation (IMO) both declined to comment on the ongoing investigation, stating that they do not comment on individual cases. However, the Anglo Celt has seen correspondence between Dr. Ahmed and hospital management, concerning his suspension. A letter dated July 15 from the HR Manager of the Cavan Monaghan Hospital Group confirmed, following a meeting with Dr. Ahmed, that he had been suspended with full pay pending the conclusion of the investigation. The letter states that the doctor 'behaved inappropriately' by handing out the paper to staff and patients. The correspondence also states that two consultants at the hospital and other staff members had reported other incidences of inappropriate behaviour. The letter also states that Dr. Ahmed declined to have a representative at the meeting, declined to attend occupational health for assessment and refused to surrender his ID/swipe card. The following day, Dr. Ahmed returned to the hospital. He says his visit was to collect some personal belongings including books. He claims that he was escorted off the premises by security staff. The incident prompted a second letter from the HR manager, dated July 16, stating that Dr. Ahmed"s visit to the hospital was 'contrary to my instruction that you have been put off work'. It also specifies: 'I must now advise you that you are not permitted to visit this hospital for social or work related purposes.' The correspondence also advises: 'Should you persist with your current behaviour then we will inform the Gardaí.' Speaking to the Anglo Celt, Dr. Ahmed said he was 'very upset' following his suspension, especially his prohibition from going to the hospital. He says that he did not realise that being put off work meant he could not enter the hospital. Dr. Ahmed also claims that he did not receive the letter dated July 15 until July 17, the day after he visited the hospital. It"s understood that, as part of the HSE"s investigation, a meeting will take place this Friday between Dr. Ahmed and representatives of the HSE and the IMO.