Srilanka, Jan. 14 -- Medical associations have raised concerns over a potential precedent after a psychiatrist assigned to the District General Hospital in Mullaitivu requested a reversal of her transfer.

The reluctance of specialists to serve in rural areas has become a growing issue, particularly in the Northern and Eastern Provinces, where a severe shortage of psychiatrists continues to impact healthcare.

Informed sources told Daily Mirror that the psychiatrist in question has reportedly applied for sick leave despite being in good health, citing ongoing research work as the reason for her unwillingness to take up the post. However, her absence has left psychiatric services at the hospital in disarray, further straining already limi...