Three doctors elected in Medical Council elections

Three doctors have been elected in the Medical Council elections. In total, eight candidates contested three positions in three categories. 

Today the following have been deemed elected by the returning officer:

Specialist Division – Anaesthesia: Dr Ehtesham Izhar Khan.

Specialist Division – Public Health Medicine: Dr Mai Mannix.

Specialist Division – Pathology or Radiology: Prof John Conor O’Keane.

This election took place as the current term of office of one of the directly elected members of the Medical Council is due to expire at the end of May and there were two existing vacancies.

“My sincere congratulations to the three doctors elected to the Medical Council for the upcoming term,” said Dr Maria O’Kane, CEO of the Medical Council.

“I know the newly elected members will have a great impact on strengthening patient safety and shaping the future of the Medical Council through their contributions. I look forward to working with all our members over the coming years.

“Council members hold responsibility for making decisions and upholding principles that protect patients and support the highest standards of medical practice. 

“We are very grateful to all those who put themselves forward for election, and I hope all our election candidates continue to engage with the Medical Council in the future. Our thanks also to the doctors on our register who cast their vote.”