Laoag mayor tasks disciplinary board to probe LCGH chief

By Dominic B. dela Cruz

Staff Reporter

Laoag City—After personally studying the charges filed against Laoag City General Hospital (LCGH) chief Dr. Francis Dacuycuy, Laoag Mayor Chevylle V. Fariñas has tasked the city government’s Disciplinary and Separation Board (DSB) to investigate the issue further.

Ms. Fariñas explained that she did this primarily to avoid perceptions of bias and favoritism as well as public speculation and for Dr. Dacuycuy to personally defend himself against the charge. She stressed that she wanted the DSB investigation and its consequent results to be made public.

She added that since Dr. Dacuycuy is a contractual and appointed official, she should have the right to issue this decision. She also noted that the Civil Service Commission has taken a hands-off policy on this issue.

In addition to this, Ms. Fariñas said she also wants to know the opinions of DSB members.

Ms. Fariñas disclosed that she did not simply rely on the explanation given by Dr. Dacuycuy along with certifications attached to it. She also asked other people who may have knowledge of the issue.

During the interview, Ms. Fariñas learned that Dr. Dacuycuy was confined at the LCGH for over-fatigue, stress and back pains.

Dr. Dacuycuy was alleged to have used a government vehicle to gamble at a local casino.

Meanwhile, DSB member and city administrator Cipriano Hilarion “Perry” Martinez III said he heard that the complaint has been forwarded to the board but he has yet to personally peruse it.

Mr. Martinez added that the DSB will soon convene and the complaint will be included in a series of hearings in the preliminary investigation.

He also noted that the complainant may be invited by the board depending on the result of the preliminary investigation.

The DSB can also recommend Dr. Dacuycuy’s preventive suspension if the situation asks for it, he stated.

As for the current situation of Dr. Dacuycuy, Mr. Martinez said he will visit LCGH to check on its operations even if there is already an officer-in-charge appointed while the hospital chief is confined.

The complaint against Dr. Dacuycuy was filed by former Laoag Mayor Roger C. Fariñas.

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