Dr. Erdal Atabek’s Passing Saddens the Medical and Journalism Communities
TURKEY – Renowned Turkish physician, journalist, and author Dr. Erdal Atabek has passed away, evoking widespread sorrow. Known for his contributions as the President of the Turkish Medical Association, Director-General of the SSK, and Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Security, Dr. Atabek dedicated his life to fighting for health rights.
Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, the Seventh Chairman of the Republican People’s Party (CHP), expressed his condolences, stating, “I wish God’s mercy upon him and offer my condolences to his family and all his loved ones.”
This significant commemoration reminds us once again of Dr. Atabek’s enduring impact on the fields of health rights and journalism.
Source: Republican People’s Party Press Releases