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Thai health officials have taken legal action against Thananon Hiranchaiwan, also known as Boss Doctor Ek, for falsely claiming to be a medical doctor and operating a clinic without proper authorisation.
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Thai health officials have taken legal action against Thananon Hiranchaiwan, also known as Boss Doctor Ek, for falsely claiming to be a medical doctor and operating a clinic without proper authorisation.
Earlier today, the Health Ministry, led by Assistant Minister Thanakrit Jitrariyaprat, along with Ittiporn Kanacharoen, Secretary-General of the Medical Council, and Panawat Panket, Director-General of the Department of Health Service Support, filed a complaint with the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD).
Thanakrit revealed that Thananon had been portraying himself as a physician, sharing images and videos on social media platforms, which led to public confusion and unease. This prompted complaints to the Ministry of Public Health and the Medical Council.
The Medical Council confirmed that Thananon is not listed in their registry as a certified…