Summary:
Minister Ana Paula Martins confirms knowledge of António Gandra d'Almeida's curriculum.
Accusations of function accumulation deemed not illegal if authorized.
Gandra d'Almeida earned over 200,000 euros while serving dual roles.
Martins reassures that the Executive Board of the SNS is functioning and will not be dismantled.
Minister Acknowledges Gandra d'Almeida's Curriculum
Health Minister Ana Paula Martins confirmed her awareness of António Gandra d'Almeida's curriculum, which clearly indicates his accumulation of functions. She stated, “Even the journalists knew about the accumulation of functions because it is in Dr. Gandra d’Almeida’s curriculum.”
According to Martins, it was evident that during his tenure as the regional director of INEM (National Institute of Medical Emergency) in the North, he also worked as a surgeon. She emphasized, “What I and the Government knew is exactly what is in the curriculum.”
Legality of Accumulation of Functions
She reiterated that “accumulations are not illegal as long as they are authorized.” This statement comes in light of the controversy that led to Gandra d'Almeida's resignation after it was revealed that he combined his role at INEM with being a part-time physician in Faro and Portimão, reportedly earning over 200,000 euros for these shifts.
Addressing Executive Board Concerns
In response to comments made by the Minister of Territorial Cohesion regarding the Executive Board of the SNS (National Health Service), Martins expressed confidence in its existence and functionality. She stated, “I do not believe that Minister Castro Almeida has questioned the existence of the Executive Board at this moment.”
She clarified that “there is currently no plan to dismantle the Executive Board,” but rather discussions are focused on its transformation.
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