He said that initial investigations revealed that 30 other doctors were on duty at the time, exceeding the usual maximum of 25 doctors at any one time.

“However, we are investigating the matter further, and we are not only examining (bullying) in Penang but also on a national level, addressing all cases of bullying,” he said.

He said the ministry was actively investigating and addressing all cases of bullying involving health workers, especially doctors, including the death of a pathology specialist at a hospital in Lahad Datu on Aug 29, allegedly linked to workplace bullying.

Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said on Oct 17 that the ministry was investigating the death of doctor in Seberang Jaya in June, believed to be linked to bullying and excessive workload.